<p>After <strong>Dylan Larkin</strong> won gold with <strong>Team USA</strong> in the <strong>Winter Olympics</strong>, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings">Detroit Red Wings</a></strong> are planning a special reception for their medalist. In that regard, head coach <strong>Todd McLellan</strong> confirmed Larkin will receive preferential treatment compared to <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-kane">Patrick Kane</a></strong> and the rest of the team as the NHL season resumes.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>[Larkin] is MIA (Missing in Action),</strong>” </em><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">McLellan</a> jokingly said about Larkin, whose adventures with the gold medal have gone viral all over social media, during a press conference.<em> “From what I understand, the POTUS has invited [Team USA] to Washington, and<strong> I believe that’s where they are at.</strong> </em></p>



<p>“<em>If it all goes well—weather and flights cooperate—Larkin can sleep in his own bed late tonight. We will have him around the arena tomorrow. <strong>Not sure if he will skate</strong>, but we expect him to be on the plane and be a factor in Ottawa on Thursday.”</em></p>



<h2>Larkin and Red Wings resume playoff push</h2>



<p>As McLellan told reporters, Larkin will be back in the lineup when the Red Wings resume their 2025–26 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> season against the Ottawa Senators. With him back on the ice, Kane and the rest of the Wings can resume their push to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs <strong>for the first time since the 2015–16 season</strong>. </p>



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<p>Ten years later, Detroit is vying to snap its nine-season playoff drought. It is the second-longest active drought, only behind the Buffalo Sabres’ 14-year streak. As it stands, <strong>both franchises are set to snap those streaks</strong>.</p>


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<h2>Larkin and Kane’s numbers so far</h2>



<p>So far in the 2025-26 NHL season, <strong>Larkin registers 51 points</strong> (26 goals and 25 assists) in 58 appearances. Meanwhile, Kane has put up 32 points (8 goals and 24 assists) in 43 outings.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings">Detroit Red Wings</a></strong>, under coach <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">Todd McLellan</a></strong>, finally found their footing on Tuesday night, snapping a four-game losing streak with a <strong>5-4 victory</strong> over the <strong>Boston Bruins</strong>. After a challenging stretch, Detroit showcased resilience and execution that gave fans hope for the second half of the season.</p>



<p><strong>Moritz Seider</strong> led the charge with a goal and two assists, while <strong>Alex DeBrincat</strong> and Lucas Raymond each contributed a goal and an assist. Veteran goaltender <strong>John Gibson made 34 saves</strong> to halt a seven-start winless stretch <strong>(0-5-1),</strong> cementing a performance the team desperately needed.</p>



<p><em><strong>“That was a real roller coaster of a game for a goaltender,”</strong></em> Red Wings coach<strong> McLellan</strong> said, according to <em><a href="https://www.nhl.com/news/boston-bruins-detroit-red-wings-game-recap-december-2-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL.com</a></em>. <em>“<strong>It wasn’t easy, but [Gibson] got us a win</strong>. That has to be good for his confidence.”</em></p>



<h2>How did Detroit adjust to beat Boston?</h2>



<p>The <strong>Red Wings opened the scoring early</strong>, with <strong>James van Riemsdyk </strong>finding the net at 6:52 of the first period. Seider followed with a point shot that slipped through traffic, making it 2-0 by the end of the opening frame. Detroit maintained control despite Boston’s attempts to respond, including <strong>Alex Steeves</strong>’ first-period goal.</p>



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<p><strong>DeBrincat’s second-period strike</strong> pushed the lead to 3-0 before Jonathan Aspirot and Steeves narrowed the gap. Gibson made critical saves late in the frame, helping Detroit preserve its advantage.<strong> Lucas Raymond’s power-play goal early in the third period</strong> gave the Red Wings a 5-2 cushion, ultimately holding off a late Boston push.</p>


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<h2>Bruins’ struggles in the rematch</h2>



<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-bruins">Bruins</a>’ offense was led by Steeves, who scored twice, while Hampus Lindholm and <strong>Morgan Geekie</strong> added multiple assists. Goaltender<strong> Jeremy Swayman allowed five goals on 23 shots</strong> before being replaced by Joonas Korpisalo in relief. </p>


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<p>Bruins coach <strong>Marco Sturm</strong> admitted his team’s start hurt their chances. <em><strong>“It just wasn’t sharp in the first period,</strong>”</em> Sturm said, noting that Swayman had faced difficult defensive coverage.</p>


        

        

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings">Detroit Red Wings</a></strong> are facing a harsh reality as their season continues to spiral downward. Once leading the Atlantic Division, the team now finds itself struggling to stay competitive, having lost<strong> 11 of their last 19 games.</strong> Friday’s matchup against the <strong>Tampa Bay Lightning</strong> highlighted just how steep the climb back to relevance will be.</p>



<p>In Detroit’s <strong>6–3 defeat </strong>at Little Caesars Arena, goals from <strong>Dylan Larkin</strong> and <strong>Michael Rasmussen</strong> weren’t enough to counter a dominant Lightning squad. Goaltender <strong>John Gibson </strong>allowed five goals, marking another rough outing for a Red Wings team searching for consistency. Fans and analysts alike have questioned what has gone wrong, but head coach<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan}">Todd McLellan</a></strong> offered his perspective on the ongoing struggles.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>Our players care, there’s no question about it, but that only takes you so far,” </strong></em>McLellan said, via <a href="https://www.nhl.com/news/tampa-bay-lightning-detroit-red-wings-game-recap-november-28-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>NHL.com</em></a>. <em>“We gifted them their second goal and the [fifth] one at 4-on-4. We’re not good enough to be giving stuff away for free.”</em> His assessment was blunt: talent exists on the roster, but performance is falling short.</p>



<h2>Can the Red Wings turn things around?</h2>



<p>McLellan didn’t hold back on the team’s deficiencies. <em><strong>“Do we have enough talent? Yes, I think we do. Are we playing well enough? No, we are not.”</strong></em> While dedication is evident, execution has repeatedly failed, leaving the Red Wings struggling in the standings.</p>



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<p>For their part, the <strong>Lightning</strong> continued their winning streak, improving to <strong>15-7-2 and maintaining a lead atop the Atlantic Division</strong>. Tampa Bay’s dominance in chaotic net-front situations exposed a Red Wings defense that has been inconsistent all season.</p>


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<h2>Looking ahead to Boston</h2>



<p><strong>Detroit remains fifth in the Atlantic Division at 13-11-1</strong>, with plenty of hockey still to play. However, urgent improvements are necessary if the team hopes to climb the standings. On Saturday, the Red Wings travel to face the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-bruins">Boston Bruins</a></strong>, another Atlantic Division rival, providing an immediate chance to rebound.</p>


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<p><em>“Todd talked a lot about netfront play in the last couple of days,”</em> said <strong>Larkin</strong>, Detroit’s captain. <em>“And then we gave up two goals from the front of the net. Just about all of their goals were from chaos in front. <strong>We’re not winning those battles and it is frustrating.</strong>”</em></p>


        

        

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings">Detroit Red Wings</a></strong> left Prudential Center frustrated after falling<strong> 4–3</strong> to the <strong>New Jersey Devils</strong> on Monday night, a game in which Detroit generated a late push but could not complete the comeback. Despite the spirited third-period surge, the night ultimately highlighted several recurring issues for the Red Wings during this stretch of inconsistent play.</p>



<p>In assessing the loss, head coach <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">Todd McLellan</a></strong> delivered a candid admission about the type of goals his team allowed, emphasizing how such breakdowns continue to put Detroit in compromising positions. </p>



<p>McLellan’s remarks came after the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-jersey-devils">Devils</a></strong> <strong>capitalized on two quick strikes late in the first period</strong>, swinging momentum in a game that had been tightly contested to that point.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>It’s going to happen sometimes, but it’s how you give them up,</strong>”</em> McLellan said postgame, according to <em><a href="https://www.nhl.com/news/detroit-red-wings-new-jersey-devils-game-recap-november-24-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL.com</a></em>. <em>“The freebies, they’re killers at the end of the night.<strong> If a team really earns it and has done what it needs to do, you have to live with that and move on</strong>.”</em></p>



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<h2>Red Wings’ push falls short</h2>



<p>Although the Red Wings trailed entering the third, they delivered one of their most aggressive closing frames of the season. Detroit outshot the Devils 13–5, with <strong>Dylan Larkin</strong>, <strong>Patrick Kane</strong> and <strong>J.T. Compher</strong> generating multiple high-danger opportunities that forced Jacob Markstrom into several crucial stops.</p>


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<p>Larkin’s goal midway through the third period brought Detroit within one, shifting momentum decisively in their favor. However, the Red Wings were unable to convert the tying chance, with Markstrom denying Kane twice in the final seconds as Detroit pressed with urgency.</p>



<h2>Defensive lapses remain a concern for Detroit</h2>



<p>While Detroit proved once again it can generate offense against top-tier teams, McLellan’s postgame remarks underscored an ongoing issue: <strong>preventable goals continue to put the Red Wings in difficult positions. </strong>The late first-period collapses in coverage were the type of moments McLellan has warned against throughout the season.</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-islanders">New York Islanders</a></strong> delivered a commanding performance against the <strong>Detroit Red Wings</strong> on Thursday, handing the Atlantic Division leaders a surprising <strong>5-0</strong> defeat. At the center of the victory was rookie defenseman <strong>Matthew Schaefer</strong>, whose play continues to draw attention around the league.</p>



<p>Selected first overall in 2025, Schaefer has quickly adapted to the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a></strong>, recording <strong>15 points (7 goals, 8 assists) in 21 games</strong>. Against Detroit, he played a team-high 24:12 minutes, showcasing his poise, vision, and defensive acumen.</p>



<p>Red Wings head coach <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">Todd McLellan</a></strong> praised the rookie ahead of the game, noting the remarkable transition from prospect to top-pairing defenseman.<strong> <em>“Wow. Anytime a young man goes first overall, you expect a lot from him, but from the outside, we didn’t expect quite this type of performance.</em></strong><em> The fans in that community will be really lucky to watch him for many years,”</em> McLellan said, according to <em>RedWingsInsider.com</em>.</p>



<h2>Can Schaefer lead the Islanders’ next generation?</h2>



<p>The<strong> Islanders’ 12-7-2 record reflects a team beginning to find its rhythm</strong>, with Schaefer emerging as a cornerstone of the club’s future. Despite joining a team in transition, the rookie’s impact has been immediate, contributing to both the offense and the defensive structure.</p>



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<p>Detroit, meanwhile, has struggled to contain the young defenseman, whose ability to read plays and contribute at both ends has posed problems for opponents across the league. <strong>Schaefer’s performance </strong>against the Red Wings underscores why he is considered a frontrunner for the Calder Trophy.</p>


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<p>With consistency and continued development, <strong>Schaefer appears poised to become a defining player for the Islanders</strong>, potentially shaping the team’s trajectory for years to come.</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings">Detroit Red Wings</a></strong>, under coach <strong>Todd McLellan</strong>, secured a <strong>4-2 victory</strong> over the <strong>Seattle Kraken</strong> at Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, extending their point streak to four games. Rookie center <strong>Nate Danielson</strong> marked his first <strong>NHL </strong>goal and assist in just his fifth game, making a notable early impact for the team.</p>



<p>Danielson’s contributions came in the second period, scoring Detroit’s second goal and setting up Emmitt Finnie’s power-play tally. Alongside him, <strong>Dylan Larkin</strong> reached the <strong>600-point milestone</strong> in his NHL career, while <strong>Lucas Raymond</strong> added a goal and an assist to help the Red Wings improve to 12-7-1. Goaltender <strong>Cam Talbot</strong> made 20 saves in the win.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">McLellan</a> summed up the environment with a frank assessment in the aftermath. <em>“<strong>This was a tough game to play because there was never any rhythm</strong>,”</em> he said, according to <a href="https://www.nhl.com/news/seattle-kraken-detroit-red-wings-game-recap-november-18-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>NHL.com</em></a>. <em>“It felt like the first team to score three goals was going to win, because there wasn’t much offense.”</em></p>



<h2>How did Danielson make his mark in only five games?</h2>



<p>The <strong>21-year-old rookie scored his first <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> goal</strong> when Axel Sandin-Pellikka’s point shot deflected off <strong>Mason Appleton</strong> and into the net. Danielson then assisted Finnie’s goal on the power play, giving him both milestones in a single period. Despite an earlier offside challenge negating a potential goal, Danielson remained composed.</p>



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<h2>What’s next for the Red Wings?</h2>


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<p>The Red Wings now look ahead to their next matchup on Thursday against the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-islanders">New York Islanders</a> at 8:00 p.m. ET</strong>, approaching it with confidence as they aim to maintain their winning rhythm and extend both individual and team streaks. Meanwhile, the Kraken will try to regroup and regain consistency in their upcoming contests.</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings">Detroit Red Wings</a></strong> are preparing for a pivotal matchup against the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anaheim-ducks">Anaheim Ducks</a></strong> on Thursday, November 13th, at home, facing the top <strong>NHL</strong> team in the Pacific Division. After three consecutive home losses, the Red Wings are looking for ways to regain momentum and climb back up the Atlantic standings.</p>



<p>Coach <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">Todd McLellan</a></strong> acknowledged the team’s struggles, noting that both the penalty kill and power play have underperformed, failing to generate consistent offensive pressure. <strong>Detroit has scored just two goals over its last three games</strong>, despite registering 45 shots against goaltender <strong>Arvid Soderblom</strong> on Sunday.</p>



<p>“<em><strong>You can see where we’re struggling</strong>,</em>” McLellan said, according to <em>RedWingsInsider.com.</em> <em>“A game ago, we got scored on once and it was a back-check and a sort out. That can’t happen. The first goal, we had a clearing opportunity with a two-on-one, and we didn’t get it out.”</em></p>



<h2>Will McLellan revamp the Red Wings’ lineup?</h2>



<p><strong>McLellan</strong> hinted that adjustments could be on the horizon, aiming to improve both special teams and offensive production. <em>“The third power-play goal, a walkout from below the goal line, we have the tools to take care of that and we just didn’t get it done. <strong>Much like our game right now where our power-play is scrambling, our penalty kill needs a polish up</strong>,”</em> he said.</p>



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<p>The Red Wings could see increased contributions from AHL call-ups, including top prospect <strong>Nate Danielson</strong>, who has been recalled from the <strong>Grand Rapids Griffins</strong>. McLellan stressed ongoing discussions about how best to structure the lineup and deploy the team’s units.</p>



<h2>Can the Red Wings find the spark they’ve been missing?</h2>



<p>Detroit’s star forward <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-kane">Patrick Kane</a></strong> has yet to provide the offensive lift the team has needed in recent games. McLellan indicated that lineup adjustments could help create more scoring opportunities and maximize the roster’s talent. <em>“</em><strong><em>There will be a lot of discussions over the next few days about what we do with the units,”</em> </strong>McLellan added.</p>


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<p>As the <strong>Red Wings prepare to host the Ducks,</strong> a team unexpectedly thriving in the Pacific Division, Detroit will need a combination of disciplined special teams, sharper finishing, and potentially a lineup shakeup to reclaim its competitive edge.</p>


        

        

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<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings"><strong>Detroit Red Wings</strong></a> entered Friday’s game with the <strong>New York Rangers</strong> hoping to build momentum after a recent loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. The team showed signs of life early, but scoring remained an issue, leaving fans frustrated as opportunities slipped away.</p>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-kane">Patrick Kane</a></strong> returned to the ice for Detroit and had several key chances to change the game’s trajectory. Still, the Red Wings managed just one goal, while <strong>Rangers</strong> star <strong>Artemi Panarin</strong> recorded three points, highlighting the skill gap in critical moments.</p>



<p>Following the loss, <strong>head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">Todd McLellan</a></strong> addressed the media, pointing to mental lapses and missed scoring chances as the difference in the game. Despite a physical effort, Detroit couldn’t find consistency or capitalize when it mattered most.</p>



<h2>What went wrong for the Red Wings?</h2>



<p>McLellan noted, according to <em><a href="https://www.nhl.com/news/new-york-rangers-detroit-red-wings-game-recap-november-7-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL.com</a></em>, that the team executed well physically but fell short mentally. <em>“I thought we were there physically tonight, but <strong>I’m not sure we were there between the ears again. That includes offensively. </strong>We had some pretty good opportunities and Jonathan Quick made some great saves, but when you are sharp, alert and attentive, some of those go in for you.”</em></p>



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<p>Forward <strong>J.T. Compher</strong>, who scored Detroit’s lone goal, also reflected on the turning point. <em>“We did a pretty good job of giving ourselves a chance most of the game, but they strike to make it 3-1 and then we kind of give them one to make it 4-1 and it feels way different.”</em></p>


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<p>Missed chances, including Kane’s near goal, underscored the Red Wings’ struggles to convert when it mattered most. <strong>Quick’s standout performance kept the Rangers ahead</strong> and shifted momentum firmly in their favor.</p>


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<p>Detroit now turns its focus to Sunday’s home game against the <strong>Chicago Blackhawks</strong>, led by <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/connor-bedard">Connor Bedard</a></strong>, hoping to reverse course and regain their early-season form.</p>


        

        

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings">Detroit Red Wings</a></strong> returned home after a challenging West Coast road trip, facing questions about fatigue and performance. After a narrow 1-0 loss to the <strong>Vegas Golden Knights</strong>, the team needed clarity and direction ahead of a crucial matchup against the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-rangers">New York Rangers</a></strong>. Head coach <strong>Todd McLellan</strong> didn’t mince words, signaling his expectations for accountability and focus.</p>



<p>McLellan addressed the team directly during practice, cutting through common narratives that often accompany back-to-back games or extended travel. The <strong>Red Wings, sitting at 9-5-0 and second in the Atlantic Division</strong>, are aware that any lapses could quickly affect their playoff positioning.</p>



<p>“<em><strong>I d</strong></em><strong><em>on’t buy that at all. That excuse is for losers,</em>”</strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan"><strong>McLellan</strong></a> said, according to Redwingsinsider.com. “<em>We never talk about it after a team plays really well when they come home from a road trip. We usually only talk about it after a crappy game, and we don’t plan on having a crappy game, so there’s no excuses.</em>”</p>



<h2>How will McLellan’s message shape Detroit’s performance at home?</h2>



<p><strong>The Red Wings have a four-game homestand</strong> ahead at Little Caesars Arena, a stretch that could define their early-season momentum. McLellan stressed the importance of using rest days wisely and maintaining energy on the ice. “<em>We’ve had some time to rest all day and get the cobwebs out. We did have some cobwebs early in practice, but as practice went on, we were a little bit better. Now we come home to a good chunk of home games, and we have to perform well here and find ways to put points in the bank,</em>” he explained.</p>



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<p>With the <strong>Atlantic Division</strong> tightly packed, every point matters. McLellan’s insistence on eliminating excuses is meant to keep the Red Wings competitive and disciplined as they aim to climb the standings.</p>


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<p>The <strong>Red Wings</strong> will face the <strong>Rangers</strong> tonight at 8 P.M. ET. <strong>McLellan’s focus on accountability and performance sets a tone for the homestand, </strong>signaling that Detroit intends to take full advantage of home ice in their pursuit of a playoff berth.</p>


        

        

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-kane" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patrick Kane</a></strong> has yet to make his return for the <strong>Detroit Red Wings</strong> in the 2025-26 <strong>NHL </strong>season. The American star last played for <strong>Todd McLellan’s</strong> side during the 2-1 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Oct. 17. Since, he’s been sidelined with an upper-body injury.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">McLellan</a> and the Red Wings have <strong>dubbed Kane’s status as day-to-day</strong>, which sparks hope in Detroit. However, days have passed and not much progress has been made aside from the 36-year-old veteran being on the ice during some practices.</p>



<p>As the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Red Wings</a> close out their five-game road trip with a crucial showdown against the Vegas Golden Knights, an insider within the team announced Kane won’t be joining the team in Sin City.</p>



<p><em>“No, <strong>[Kane] will not join the Red Wings on this road trip</strong>,” </em>Detroit’s beat writer for <em>The Athletic</em>, Max Bultman, reported on his X account (formerly Twitter).</p>



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<h2>Closing it out</h2>



<p>With only one game left on the five-game excursion through the West Coast, the Red Wings vie for a win to <strong>close the road trip with a 4-1-0 mark</strong>. However, there are far easier tasks in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a> than taking on the Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena.</p>


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<p>Coming off a 4-2 loss to the Colorado Avalanche, the Knights will be eager to right their wrongs when the <strong>Kane-less Red Wings roll into Las Vegas</strong>. In the City of Lost Wages, Detroit hopes to strike gold with a statement victory.</p>



<p>In a true East-versus-West showdown, two <strong>starkly contrasting cities collide</strong>: the Motor City against the Entertainment Capital of the World, as the red-hot Red Wings face the golden-aged Golden Knights.</p>

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<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings"><strong>Detroit Red Wings</strong></a> looked to extend their winning streak to six games after a big victory over the <strong>Edmonton Oilers</strong>, but their momentum stalled against the <strong>Buffalo Sabres</strong> at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. An early goal by <strong>JT Compher</strong> gave hope, but the Red Wings couldn’t hold the advantage.</p>



<p><strong>Jason Zucker</strong> scored before leaving with an injury, while <strong>Josh Doan</strong> and <strong>Jack Quinn</strong> made it a three-point night for Buffalo. Detroit managed goals from Compher and <strong>Emmitt Finnie</strong>, but the 4-2 defeat left the team reeling.</p>



<p>After the game, head coach <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">Todd McLellan</a></strong> shared his thoughts on the performance. <em><strong>“I didn’t think we got to our game real quick,” </strong></em>McLellan said according to <em><a href="https://www.nhl.com/news/detroit-red-wings-buffalo-sabres-game-recap-october-22-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">NHL.com</a></em>. “<em>We’re short-handed 30 seconds into the game, get through that kill and all of a sudden we’re back in the box again.”</em></p>



<p>He added: “<em><strong>It’s hard to get into any type of rhythm. We somewhat wasted the first period. Based on that outcome</strong>, I didn’t think we were prepared for the pace that the game was played at, and a lot of times we’ve been dictating the pace.”</em></p>



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<h2>Did the Red Wings waste the first period against Buffalo?</h2>



<p>Detroit struggled early, unable to generate dangerous opportunities against a rookie goaltender. Over half of the first period passed without a shot on goal, giving the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-sabres"><strong>Sabres</strong> </a>control. Discipline issues compounded the challenge, with 10 minutes in penalties handing Buffalo multiple scoring chances.</p>


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<p>Despite the loss, the <strong>Red Wings</strong> showed flashes of potential in the second period. Their resilience will be tested on Thursday as they hit the road to face <strong>Matthew Schaefer</strong> and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-islanders">New York Islanders</a></strong>. How they respond could define the start of their season.</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings">Detroit Red Wings</a></strong> opened their centennial season with celebration and optimism — but the joy didn’t last long. Wearing throwback uniforms and debuting a revamped roster, they suffered a 5–1 loss to the <strong>Montreal Canadiens</strong> on opening night, prompting head coach <strong>Todd McLellan</strong> to deliver a stern message.</p>



<p>It was supposed to be a statement game for a franchise seeking its first playoff berth in nearly a decade. Instead, it became a wake-up call. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">McLellan</a>, visibly frustrated, <strong>made it clear that the time for excuses had run out.</strong></p>



<p><em>“The players will say, they probably have already said to you that, ‘You know what? We can fix this. We can …’ When? It’s time. <strong>Some of them have been doing it for years.”</strong></em> McLellan told reporters, according to <em>NHL.com</em>, his tone cutting through any complacency.</p>



<h2>Detroit answers the call with five straight wins</h2>



<p>Since that night, Detroit has responded with five consecutive victories, defeating top-tier opponents including the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/toronto-maple-leafs">Toronto Maple Leafs</a></strong> (twice), <strong>Tampa Bay Lightning</strong>, <strong>Florida Panthers</strong>, and <strong>Edmonton Oilers</strong>. The team’s renewed discipline and urgency have transformed the tone around the locker room.</p>



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<p>Reflecting on the turnaround, McLellan admitted that the early embarrassment may have been a blessing in disguise. <em>“Maybe the two-by-four across the forehead against Montreal was exactly what we needed, now in retrospect,”</em> he said. <em>“We didn’t want it at that time. None of us were happy. But maybe <strong>it just put us back to where we needed to be, and hockey became real.</strong>”</em></p>


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<p>With that wake-up call behind them, the <strong>Red Wings</strong> now sit tied with the <strong>Canadiens</strong> atop the Atlantic Division as they prepare to face the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-sabres">Buffalo Sabres</a></strong>.</p>



<h2>Dylan Larkin and the young core set the tone</h2>



<p>Captain <strong>Dylan Larkin</strong> has been instrumental in Detroit’s resurgence, leading the team with 11 points in six games. His play, along with the fearless energy of rookies <strong>Emmitt Finnie</strong>, <strong>Axel Sandin-Pellikka</strong>, and <strong>Michael Brandsegg-Nygard</strong>, has helped define the team’s new identity.</p>



<p><em>“They seem to be fearless, and that’s something I look at,”</em> Larkin said. <em><strong>“Why can’t I be fearless too? They’ve brought a great energy to our locker room.”</strong></em></p>


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<p>The Red Wings’ improved penalty kill and defensive cohesion are clear signs that McLellan’s demand for accountability is taking hold — but both the coach and players know this is just the beginning. <em><strong>“It’s just a good start,”</strong></em> Larkin cautioned. <em>“I’ve said that before, so we need to keep going.”</em></p>


        

        

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-kane" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patrick Kane</a></strong> and the <strong>Detroit Red Wings</strong> skipped a beat after watching <strong>Lucas Raymond </strong>go down with an injury early in the <strong>NHL</strong> season. However, after head coach <strong>Todd McLellan’s</strong> latest update, the roster in Motor City can breathe normally again.</p>



<p>After taking a hit from Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev against the boards, Raymond exited the game. The Swedish star didn’t return to the ice, <strong>setting alarms off in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Detroit</a></strong>. However, there may be little reason for Kane, McLellan, and company to stress about.</p>



<p>The Red Wings have listed Lucas Raymond as day-to-day with an upper body injury, as announced by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">McLellan</a> during a media availability. Though he won’t play against the Florida Panthers on October 15, it <strong>shouldn’t be too long before he is back on the ice</strong> for Detroit’s 100th NHL season.</p>



<h2>An apple a day</h2>



<p>With Raymond out of the game, McLellan resorted to <strong>Mason Appleton</strong>, who jumped onto the Red Wings’ top line. The move paid dividends as the former Winnipeg Jets’ forward scored the game-winning goal with less than a minute left in regulation. It was Appleton’s first tally in a Red Wings uniform, and might be a cornerstone for his production in Detroit to reach another level. </p>



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<p><em>“I thought he did a good job,” </em>McLellan said about Appleton, per<em> Detroit Hockey Now. “He’s got some experience. <strong>He can play both ends of the rink, which is important</strong>. That line takes on not only offensive responsibilities but some defensive ones against the other team’s top players. So we think he can give us something on both sides of the puck.”</em></p>


        

        

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<h2>It’s now or never</h2>



<p>The Red Wings have missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in each of the last nine <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a> seasons. Kane and McLellan know the 2025-26 campaign might finally be the right time to clinch a postseason berth once and for all. </p>



<p>A quick glance around the Atlantic Division tells the Red Wings <strong>all they need to know</strong>. The Florida Panthers are battling more injuries than any team can realistically manage, the Toronto Maple Leafs are still adapting to Mitch Marner’s absence, and the Tampa Bay Lightning are facing an aging crisis. As for the Ottawa Senators, with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/brady-tkachuk-injured-when-was-the-last-time-both-he-and-matthew-were-simultaneously-out-long-term" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brady Tkachuk injured long-term</a>, they are in for a true trial by fire. </p>



<p>The Montreal Canadiens boast as much talent as any roster in the league, but they’re <strong>still a bit wet behind the ears</strong>. The Boston Bruins are still figuring themselves out under a new head coach, while the Buffalo Sabres are inching closer to throwing in the towel with each passing day—and it’s only the third week of October. If the Red Wings can’t make the most of this opportunity<strong>, it might be time to scribble out the “Yzerplan” altogether.</strong></p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Todd McLellan</a></strong> is determined to turn the tide in Motor City. As he guides the <strong>Detroit Red Wings</strong> into the 2025-26 <strong>NHL</strong> season, he has put an end to one somewhat controversial “tradition” in place.</p>



<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Red Wings</a> hear every one of McLellan’s messages loud and clear. The head coach in <strong>Detroit is not one to sugarcoat his thoughts nor mince his words</strong>. As he commands the group ahead of the NHL season opener, he made his stance clear on a recent trend in the organization.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>We’ll be an Original Six team</strong>,” </em>coach Todd McLellan said, via<em> Detroit Free Press. “We’ll have a captain and a couple of assistants, and that’s where we’ll be.”</em></p>



<p>For the past six seasons, the Red Wings have had rotating alternate captains who would wear the ‘A’ throughout the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a> season. <strong>Now, that tradition is being put to rest. </strong>For many fans, that rule of thumb going extinct is a good sign of order within the locker room.</p>



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<h2>One too many</h2>



<p>As McLellan noted, having alternate captains vary each and every night makes it confusing and difficult to keep track<strong>. It was a true case of jack of all trades, master of none</strong>. Having plenty of players eventually wearing the ‘A’ on their sweaters also diminished the true meaning of being named an alternate in the first place. </p>


        

        

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<p><em>“When I got here last year, I knew Larkin was the captain, but we had six, seven rotating A’s,” </em>McLellan added. “<em><strong>I didn’t even know who wore them on any given night</strong>. We’re Original Six. All my years here [as an assistant coach], there was a clear definition of who was going to go.”</em></p>



<p>Moreover, for a team like the Red Wings, there was some inconsistency in having so many leaders on the team yet being unable to snap their 9-year postseason drought.</p>



<h2>New Wings Order</h2>



<p>Now, McLellan has put the pieces in place, and that’s where they’ll stay. Dylan Larkin will remain the captain, with <strong>Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond serving as the alternates.</strong></p>

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<p>Redemption is a strong word — one that, in many cases, carries weight in sports ahead of a new campaign. Such is the case for the <strong>Detroit Red Wings</strong>, who will be looking to return to the spotlight in the upcoming <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a></strong> season. <strong>Todd McLellan</strong> knows he has a roster hungry for glory, including <strong>Jonatan Berggren</strong>, who has already made it clear that something big is coming.</p>


        


<p>The Swedish winger knows he didn’t post the strongest numbers last year, but despite that, <strong>he feels much more confident since <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/todd-mclellan">McLellan</a>’s arrival to the team</strong> — a coach who managed to give him more consistency and playing time throughout the competition.</p>



<p>In a recent conversation with the media, Berggren spoke about what lies ahead, subtly signaling to both his coach and teammates that he hopes to elevate his game from Day 1 in order to further strengthen the team.</p>



<p><em>“Last year was a good year for me,”</em> he said via <em>NHL.com “I feel like I got more opportunity after Todd [McLellan] became head coach, and I think I played better. This one-year deal is a prove-it-deal for me. <strong>I want to show what I can do</strong>.</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250803_BUS_459216_jonatan-berggren-1-1024x576_78e6eba5.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Jonatan Berggren" class="wp-image-459232" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/08/03092158/jonatan-berggren-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/08/03092158/jonatan-berggren-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/08/03092158/jonatan-berggren-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/08/03092158/jonatan-berggren-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/08/03092158/jonatan-berggren-1-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/08/03092158/jonatan-berggren-1-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/08/03092158/jonatan-berggren-1-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/08/03092158/jonatan-berggren-1.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Jonatan Berggren #48 of the Detroit Red Wings celebrates his first period goal with teammates while playing the Montreal Canadiens at Little Caesars Arena on January 23, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.</figcaption></figure>



<p><em>“It felt like I was part of the team,”</em> he also added. <em>“It’s hard when you’re going up and down between the AHL and NHL, so I got that confidence being there for a full year and I’m going to build off that.”</em></p>


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<h2>The excitement of working with McLellan</h2>



<p>The arrival of Todd McLellan as the new head coach of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-red-wings">Detroit Red Wings</a>, following the departure of Derek Lalonde at the end of last year, brought with it a sense of renewal that was quickly felt throughout the franchise’s facilities.</p>



<p>As preparations intensify for <strong>their first exhibition game against the Chicago Blackhawks on September 23,</strong> Berggren revealed his excitement about being able to prepare for a new season from the start, with his coach leading the way.</p>


        


<p><em>“I feel like we played really good hockey when Todd came in,”</em> he said. <em>“Now that we’re going to start with him, it’s going to be good to have a full camp with the new systems rather than how we had to learn during the middle of the season. <strong>That’s going to be huge</strong>.”</em></p>


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