Sobotka was told he was being suspended for a week, with pay, but he never returned to work. He was fired two weeks later and is now suing, claiming he's a victim of age discrimination and noting that ...

From the beginning of deliberations, the mostly young jury was split 5-2 against fired Red Wings Zamboni driver Al Sobotka.

Al Sobotka, who brought the lawsuit against Olympia Entertainment in 2022, said he's "devastated" by the verdict.

The Detroit Red Wings stand as one of the most iconic and storied franchises in the history of the National Hockey League (NHL). Established in 1926, the team has cultivated a rich legacy marked by ...

The jury voted 5-2 against Sobotka, who alleged Olympia Entertainment fired him at 69 because it thought he was too old.