They were a part of the International Hockey League and replaced the recently departed Flint Generals team.

The Flint Spirits sent numerous players to the NHL in their five years of existence.

The biggest names include: John Cullen, co-winner of the 1987–88 Gary F. Longman Memorial Trophy with Saginaw's Ed Belfour.

Ronnie Stern Darcy Wakaluk Rob Zamuner Mike Richter Paul Broten Peter Laviolette Jayson More Kevin Miller

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