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Time to Shine: Former Pinckney student Dominik Shine makes NHL debut at age 31
After getting by on minor league hockey contracts for nine seasons, former Pinckney student Dominik Shine made his NHL debut at age 31 with Detroit.
Shine’s NHL debut with Red Wings a story of hard work, perseverance paying off
Several hours later, while reflecting on his NHL debut, which saw him record two hits and two takeaways with one blocked shot in 9:50 of ice time in the Red Wings’ 5-2 win over the Los Angeles Kings at Little Caesars Arena, Shine added that the entire day itself was special from start to finish.
Dominik Shine’s perseverance in realizing NHL dream inspires Red Wings
DETROIT – When it comes to Detroit Red Wings-related inspiratinal stories, it’ll be tough to top Dominik Shine’s tale of perseverance in realizing a dream.
Dominik Shine's feel-good story appears to be continuing a bit longer with Red Wings
Detroit — The feel-good story surrounding the Red Wings currently looks like it's going to stay around a bit longer. Dominik Shine, who made his NHL debut at age 31 in Monday's victory over Los Angeles, appears to be staying at least for the start of the Wings' upcoming four-game road trip Thursday in Edmonton.
Shine cherishes 'amazing' NHL debut for Red Wings at age 31
Shine became the oldest skater to make his NHL debut since defenseman Evgeny Medvedev did it with the Philadelphia Flyers at 33 on Oct. 8, 2015, and the oldest Red Wings player to make his NHL debut since center Vaclav Nedomansky did it at 33 on Nov. 18, 1977.
Red Wings’ Dominik Shine finally has his moment: ‘Something I’ll cherish forever’
Coming out of college as an undrafted free agent in 2017, he signed with the Red Wings’ AHL affiliate in Grand Rapids. He’s been a mainstay there for the Griffins ever since: playing 462 regular season games, and 19 more in the playoffs. For years, he’s been through training camps and preseasons with the team — right there on the doorstep.
Red Wings' Dominik Shine, 31, Making NHL Debut After Nine Seasons in AHL
The journey to the NHL is different for every player. Some make their debut shortly after being drafted, while others have to bide their time and wait until the moment presents itself. Detroit Red Wings forward Dominik Shine is making his NHL debut on Monday at home against the Los Angeles Kings,
Former NMU forward Dominik Shine makes NHL debut at age 31
DETROIT, Mich. (WLUC) - Former NMU hockey star Dominik Shine made his NHL debut for the Detroit Red Wings Monday night at the age of 31. Shine was the oldest skater to debut in the league since 2015. The Lower Michigan native played in 131 games for the Wildcats from 2013-2017, serving as their assistant captain during his junior and senior year.
Red Wings updates: Patrick Kane on IR, Dominik Shine gets NHL deal, J.T. Compher out
Tyler Motte has been cleared to play so the Detroit Red Wings will have him back against the Kings, but Patrick Kane remains out and J.T. Compher is also out
Time to Shine: Longtime Griffin makes NHL debut at 31
After nine long seasons as a pro, Dominik Shine finally got his chance to, well … shine on hockey’s biggest stage.
Red Wings’ Dominik Shine’s journey to the NHL is the ultimate underdog story
Detroit Red Wings forward Dominik Shine made his NHL debut on Monday night after the Red Wings signed the Michigan native to a two-year contract. The deal is for the remainder of this season and the 2025-26 campaign.
Dominik Shine, 31, was buying skates for young son. Then Red Wings called for NHL debut
The Detroit Red Wings were happy to bank two points, and just as happy to see Dominik Shine make NHL debut at age 31.
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The Daily: Shine Wasn’t the Oldest; Crosby Lauds Celebrini
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Red Wings sign longtime Griffin, place veteran on IR
DETROIT -- The Detroit Red Wings have signed right wing Dominik Shine to a two-year contract and recalled him to the team. He ...