According to an article in The Detroit News, recently signed defenseman Brian Rafalski finally met Steve Yzerman (aside from the times they played on the ice as opponents).

Rafalski, who has been in the league since the 1999-2000 season, has had his share of on-ice meetings with Steve Yzerman .

But on Tuesday, he got his first shot at meeting the Red Wings legend off the ice.

“I grew up watching him,” Rafalski said. “I hope I’m not dating myself, or him.”