Brent Peterson, the Detroit Red Wings’ first-round draft pick in 1978, has died following a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was 68.
Brent Peterson, former Red Wings’ top pick, dies at 68
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Brent Peterson, the Detroit Red Wings’ first-round draft pick in 1978, has died following a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was 68.
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Published September 11, 2026