Ray Lane, a long-time Detroit broadcaster who spent 16 years as in-game host of Red Wings games, has died at age 95.

Lane was a pro’s pro in television work, the consummate professional who was knowledgeable and smooth in every major sport. When the Detroit Tigers won the World Series in 1968 Lane was Ernie Harwell’s broadcast partner.

Lane broadcasted for Michigan State, Michigan, the University of Detroit and the Cincinnati Reds, in addition to working for the Pistons and Red Wings. He was a Michigan native and spent most of his career in Detroit.

What a great long life. But learning this made me sad. He was a broadcasting Ironman. Ray Lane, longtime Detroit Tigers, Red Wings broadcaster, dies at 95 https://t.co/iO2Y0z5LlO

— John Keating (@JohnKeatingTV) September 27, 2025

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