Winning It In Motown

This script is looking awfully familiar. After an early March slog saw many prognosticators and fans write off the Red Wings’ playoff chances, they again have a chance to move back into the picture (well, a tie tonight, which is not in the picture due to tiebreaker rules) if they secure two points tonight. I haven’t written them off yet, but things feel tighter than last season … [Read more...] about Game Day Updates: Red Wings at Capitals

Red Wings Rumblings Happy St. Patty’s Day! Big win for the Wings yesterday over Vegas — and now the team looks forward to a light but difficult schedule this week. Detroit is on the road for the next four games, but will only play two games this week: Washington tomorrow night, then Vegas Saturday. Plenty of time to rest and get some practice in. After yesterday’s win, Detroit … [Read more...] about Quick Hits: Dreamin’ of the Postseason

After getting punched in the mouth by the Carolina Hurricanes Friday night, the Red Wings found themselves in a potentially pivotal moment Sunday against the Vegas Golden Knights. We saw a near-complete, dominating game from Detroit — tired Golden Knights be damned. The win at Little Caesars Arena puts the Wings at 70 points on the season through 67 games played. They’re now … [Read more...] about Game Notes: Red Wings Shutout Golden Knights 3-0

Alright, got a win. Can they get another and get back on track? The Red Wings face a surging Carolina Hurricanes tonight. The Canes, winners of five straight, are firmly in the playoff picture holding the second spot in the Metro. A win for Detroit would keep them on pace with Columbus and NYR for that second wild card spot. Points are important at this time of year for teams … [Read more...] about Game Day Updates: Red Wings vs Hurricanes

Red Wings Rumblings The Red Wings return to action tonight — hosting the red-hot Carolina Hurricanes, who are surging through a five-game win streak. Tonight could be a battle of special teams. Carolina’s PP is near the bottom of the league, while Detroit’s PK is dead last. Flip side of that, Carolina has the second-best PK, while Detroit’s PP unit is third-best in the … [Read more...] about Quick Hits: Extending the NHL Regular Season?