The Detroit Red Wings were looking for revenge after a shootout loss in Boston. Fortunately, the scoring drought ended just in time to see them win 5-4 against the Bruins. Consequently, the team is back into a wild card spot in the Atlantic Division.
Detroit’s win was impressive, however the game was closer than it needed to be. The Red Wings still struggle with costly lapses, yet overall the win showed a lot of promise. In addition to the boost in the standings, the Red Wings saw contributions across the lineup.
Moritz Seider scored a goal and had two assists on the night. Additionally, defenseman Ben Chiarot also scored for Detroit in the win. The defense was challenged by coach Todd McLellan to do more offensively, and both players have stepped up. In particular, Seider now has 11 points in his last 10 games.
Post game updates
The win was badly needed, but the coach still pointed out several concerns. Michael Rasmussen left the game and didn’t return. He has been playing some of his best hockey lately, so losing him now could create problems. The big question is whether he’ll be ready for the next game.
Mason Appleton’s status was updated, ruling him out for seven to ten days. Detroit relies on both players for key defensive minutes, so others will need to elevate their two-way play. As the team begins a lengthy road trip, the front office must decide quickly whether to call someone up.
Detroit’s long road ahead
With the losing streak growing, the Red Wings need to stack wins quickly. The challenge: six road games in ten days. Detroit will jump across three different time zones during that stretch, creating a brutal travel schedule. It’s a demanding run, but one the team has to attack and adapt to.
Only one of Detroit’s next six opponents sits in a playoff spot, but that stat can be deceptive. The standings are razor-tight, and Detroit can’t afford to take a single game lightly. The Red Wings must attack each matchup as a make-or-break chance to push themselves into the postseason.
Interestingly, two of Detroit’s upcoming opponents feature potential trade targets. Calgary and Vancouver reportedly have players on the table, but both teams are demanding steep returns. Still, if the right player becomes available, GM Steve Yzerman will jump into those negotiations.
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