That's a good combination. Colorado, the New York Rangers, Philadelphia and Chicago also were in the top five. That doesn't surprise Mansur. The logo is distinctive and tradition-rich. Fans identify with those things.
Fans agree following a winner is nice, but loyalty also comes from other avenues.
Wings fans have moved from Michigan to all parts of the United States. When the Wings come to town, those fans are cheering the team they cheered as kids. That's something that'll never change, no matter where I live. Mansur said he believes the Wings attracted many fans last season when they dedicated the season to Vladimir Konstantinov and trainer Sergei Mnatsakanov, who were injured in a limousine accident. The chemistry of the team became more apparent, Mansur said.