Tyler Bertuzzi day-to-day as Red Wings seek quick adjustment after trip
DETROIT – The news on Detroit Red Wings forward Tyler Bertuzzi Saturday was good for a change, unlike two previous occasions this season. Every game he’s played, he’s turned the puck over less because it’s slowing down for him. The Red Wings would need to clear a roster spot before activating him. Tonight’s lineupVille Husso will start in goal tonight for the Red Wings. More: Red Wings pleased to break even on trip
mlive.comRed Wings pleased with trip, await word on Bertuzzi injury
The Detroit Red Wings on Thursday faced the same situation they did two nights before. The Red Wings (19-17-7) stopped a three-game slide (0-2-1) and gained three of a possible six points on the swing. “Just proud of the group,” coach Derek Lalonde told Bally Sports Detroit. “We thought it was in everyone’s best interest (to sit him).”The Red Wings flew back from Las Vegas on Friday and did not practice. “It’s always hard when you travel back from the West,” Dylan Larkin told BSD.
mlive.comRed Wings try to end skid, stay above .500 in Vegas
The Detroit Red Wings will look to stop a three-game skid and avoid falling to .500 in points percentage for the first time this season tonight in Vegas (10 p.m., Bally Sports Detroit). The Red Wings lost 6-3 Monday in Colorado in game in which they fell behind 2-0 in the first period and trailed 5-0 in the second. “Stay at it,” coach Derek Lalonde told Bally Sports Detroit after Tuesday’s game. Ville Husso is expected to start in net for the Red Wings. Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin is riding a five-game points streak (two goals, five assists).
mlive.comRed Wings need adjustments to stop skid vs. Winnipeg
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings need more scoring and better special teams to snap a three-game losing streak tonight against one of the hottest teams in the league. “Now it’s up to us to flip on these tight games and put it in the win column.”The Red Wings (16-15-7) have scored only four goals during this slide. They are 1 for 15 on the power play the past four games and have allowed eight power-play goals over six games. Usually when you get a power play, someone had a great effort, got hooked or something happened that they created some momentum for the group to have a power play. You can go back five-on-five and keep putting pressure on them.”Ville Husso will start in goal for the Red Wings.
mlive.comTyler Bertuzzi returns, hoping to provide offensive spark for Red Wings
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings are hoping a familiar combination will provide a much-needed offensive boost. Tyler Bertuzzi returns to the lineup Tuesday and will start on a line with Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond. We’ll give them an opportunity tomorrow and see how it does.”The Red Wings (16-15-7) have lost three in a row, scoring only four goals in the process. “I just think he’s trying to build his game,” Lalonde said. Hopefully, he’ll continue to build on some things and get his game in order and contribute to that potential for us.”More: What is Red Wings’ next move with Vrana, Nedeljkovic?
mlive.comRed Wings assign Soderblom to Grand Rapids as Bertuzzi, Zadina near return
The Red Wings assigned Soderblom to the Grand Rapids Griffins on Sunday. They need a roster spot, eventually two, with the impending return of injured forwards Tyler Bertuzzi and Filip Zadina. If the Red Wings opt to assign Zadina to Grand Rapids for conditioning (the Griffins play three games this week), they first need to activate him, needing a spot on their 23-man roster. He had a six-game points streak (three goals, three assists) from Dec. 14-31, after returning from an injury and playing two games in Grand Rapids. More: Nedeljkovic finds confidence, rhythm during conditioning stint in Grand Rapids
mlive.comAnother tough break for Red Wings’ Tyler Bertuzzi, out six weeks
DETROIT – Tyler Bertuzzi was in the process of getting his game back after being out a while with a broken hand. Tyler had surgery for an undisclosed upper-body injury Friday and is expected to be out six weeks, Detroit Red Wings coach Derek Lalonde said. “This other one, he blocked a shot on the defensive side of things.”The Red Wings on Thursday recalled forward Austin Czarnik from the Grand Rapids Griffins. The Red Wings (11-6-5) wrap up a five-game homestand Saturday against Vegas (7 p.m., Bally Sports Detroit) before a four-game trip that starts Sunday in Columbus. More: Red Wings’ blue line producing offense without sacrificing defense
mlive.comRed Wings place Tyler Bertuzzi on injured reserve, recall Austin Czarnik
It has been a rough year for Detroit Red Wings forward Tyler Bertuzzi. The Red Wings placed Bertuzzi on injured reserve Thursday and recalled center Austin Czarnik from the Grand Rapids Griffins. Czarnik, 29, has one goal in four games with the Red Wings this season. Czarnik signed with the Red Wings as a free agent on July 13. More: Red Wings’ blue line producing without sacrificing defense
mlive.comDerek Lalonde proud of Red Wings’ rally that netted ‘huge’ point
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings looked broken midway through the second period Wednesday. After the game, coach Derek Lalonde sounded like a broken record praising his team’s moxie. A spirited three-goal rally in the third period earned the Red Wings a point. Sundqvist scored twice 1:50 apart and the Red Wings had drawn even with 7:29 remaining. “Obviously it’s a game not going well for him, he doesn’t look himself, and for him to compete and battle like he did is good on him.”More: How Red Wings managed to salvage a point
mlive.comRed Wings seeking spark from new line combinations
“I love his game,” Perron said. “I think he’s trying to find his game,” coach Derek Lalonde said. I don’t think there’s a whole lot of difference between a lot of our forward lines right now. The guys know he’s going to bounce back the next time he’s in there.”The Sabres (9-12-1) have gone 2-9-1 following a hot start (7-3-0) that included an 8-3 victory over the Red Wings on Oct. 31. Do the Red Wings analyze what went wrong in that game, or do they just flush it?
mlive.comHronek scores twice to lead Red Wings over Blue Jackets 6-1
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Filip Hronek scored twice in the second period, and the Detroit Red Wings beat Columbus Blue Jackets 6-1 Saturday night for their second straight road win. Dylan Larkin had a goal and two assists, and Ben Chiarot, Dominik Kubalik and Tyler Bertuzzi also scored for Detroit. Larkin scored at 9:58 of the first on a Red Wings power-play before Bemstrom pulled Columbus even 43 seconds into the second. It was all Red Wings after that. Hronek gave Detroit a three-goal lead with his second of the period with just under 3 minutes remaining.
mlive.comRed Wings fall in overtime to Ducks for fourth straight loss
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Ryan Strome scored on a pass from Trevor Zegras with 49 seconds left in overtime and the Anaheim Ducks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night. “In every aspect of our game, I just thought we were solid,” Ducks coach Dallas Eakins said. His goal was just the fifth all season on the power play for the Ducks, who have the worst man-advantage numbers in the league. The Anaheim newcomer’s goal was only the second scored by a Ducks defenseman all season long. LINEUPSRed Wings: Bertuzzi was hurt while blocking a shot in Detroit’s second game of the season.
mlive.comRed Wings’ third-period comeback bid falls short in loss to Kings
LOS ANGELES — Carl Grundstrom scored just nine seconds into the game, Sean Durzi added two goals and the Los Angeles Kings defeated the Detroit Red Wings 4-3 on Saturday night. Dominik Kubalic and Dylan Larkin scored on the power play and Filip Hronek had a goal and an assist for the Red Wings, who were swept in the two-game season series. Los Angeles has now won all five games against Atlantic Division opposition, including a 5-4 overtime victory in Detroit on Oct. 17. Durzi made it 3-1 at 6:23 of the second, squeezing his shot in at the near post three seconds after a power play expired. … Red Wings F Tyler Bertuzzi could return to action Tuesday after missing 13 games because of an upper-body injury.
mlive.comRed Wings eager to add Tyler Bertuzzi’s offense during upcoming trip
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings lost a significant chunk of offense after only two games when Tyler Bertuzzi and Jakub Vrana were idled. And coach Derek Lalonde is eager to add his scoring ability to a team that is off to a good start. The Red Wings (7-3-3) are 3-0-1 in their past four and host the New York Rangers on Thursday (7 p.m., Bally Sports Detroit). The Red Wings have 12 healthy forwards and might recall another from the Grand Rapids Griffins just to have an extra for the start of the West Coast trip Saturday at Los Angeles. More: Red Wings discover baseline of how to be successful
mlive.comLalonde: Red Wings have ‘winnable roster’ despite key absences
DETROIT – Losing two of their top three offensive players long-term is a significant blow for the Detroit Red Wings. But they are better equipped to handle it this season due to a deeper roster. After the club revealed on Monday that Tyler Bertuzzi (broken hand) is out four-to-six weeks, the NHL and NHLPA announced on Wednesday that Jakub Vrana will be away indefinitely after entering the players assistance program.
mlive.comRed Wings tie game in final minute but lose to Kings in overtime
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings lost Monday but skated away with a point when it appeared they would get none. The Red Wings fell to 2-0-1. Jonathan Quick made 29 saves for the Kings (2-2), who have won five in a row and eight of their past nine against the Red Wings. The Red Wings played without Tyler Bertuzzi, who they announced earlier in the day is out four-to-six weeks with an upper-body injury. Danault gave the Kings a 3-2 lead at 16:18 of the second period.
mlive.comTyler Bertuzzi out 4-6 weeks, testing Red Wings’ depth
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings have a deeper roster this season, and that depth will be tested without one of their top players for the next month or so. Tyler Bertuzzi is out four-to-six weeks with an upper-body injury, coach Derek Lalonde said Monday. Bertuzzi blocked a shot with his hand Saturday in the second period of a 5-2 victory in New Jersey. But if you at our lineup tonight, it’s a winnable lineup. “So, this will be an important 4-6 weeks for him off the ice.”Red Wings lineupHow the Red Wings skated this morning expected to be their lines tonight:Dominik Kubalik-Dylan Larkin-Lucas RaymondFilip Zadina-Andrew Copp-David PerronElmer Soderblom-Michael Rasmussen-Oskar SundqvistAdam Erne-Joe Veleno-Pius SuterBen Chiarot-Moritz SeiderOlli Maatta-Filip HronekRobert Haag-Gustav LindstromVille Husso is starting in goal.
mlive.comElmer Soderblom’s nifty goal highlights Red Wings’ preseason win vs. Leafs
The Detroit Red Wings loaded their lineup with regulars and defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs’ B team 4-2 Friday in the home preseason finale at Little Caesars Arena. The Red Wings (3-4-0) bounced back from a two-goal first-period deficit. Veleno put the Red Wings ahead 3-2 at 8:13 of the third period, firing in a shot from the flank while Dominik Kubalik provided a net-front screen. Veleno appeared in 66 NHL games last season, but his waiver-exempt status gives the Red Wings the option of sending him to Grand Rapids if he’s not going to play regularly in Detroit. The Red Wings will dress only a handful of regulars while the Leafs are expected to ice close to their normal roster.
mlive.comBertuzzi, Rasmussen stand out in Red Wings’ preseason loss to Capitals
Tyler Bertuzzi and Michael Rasmussen each tallied a goal and an assist Wednesday, but the Washington Capitals snapped a tie late in the third period and defeated the Detroit Red Wings 4-2 in a preseason game at Capital One Arena. Rasmussen put the Red Wings ahead 2-1 at 7:42 of the second period. Former Red Wing Nick Jensen tied it 13:45 of the second period with a shot from the point through traffic. Filip Zadina, Dominik Kubalik and Elmer Soderblom recorded four shots each for the Red Wings, who finished with 33 shots. More: What Givani Smith needs to show to make Red Wings roster
mlive.comRed Wings, with close to regular lineup, fall to Penguins in preseason
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings dressed a lineup Monday that will look remarkably similar to the one they ice in their season-opener Oct. 14. Dominik Kubalik and Dylan Larkin scored for the Red Wings in the third period. The Red Wings had ample scoring opportunities, including a few from Lucas Raymond and Pius Suter. Josh Archibald and Jason Zucker added to Pittsburgh’s lead in the second period. The Red Wings (2-3-0) continue the preseason Wednesday at Washington (7 p.m.).
mlive.comRed Wings eager to get Tyler Bertuzzi some reps, starting tonight
DETROIT – Derek Lalonde recalled watching from the opposing bench as an assistant coach with Tampa Bay on opening night last season when Tyler Bertuzzi scored four goals. He is eager to get familiar with the team’s new faces and acclimated to the new coaching staff’s different systems. “That line had some success so it could be a look,” Lalonde said. “It’s a lot of different faces, new systems that you have to learn and get adjusted to,” Bertuzzi said. I’m excited.”Alex Tanguay, who runs the power play, returns but Bertuzzi said he has noticed a different mentality with the unit.
mlive.comRed Wings expect Tyler Bertuzzi to play this weekend, wait on others
Tyler Bertuzzi, out since the first day of training camp in Traverse City, returned to practice Thursday and is expected to be available Saturday for the Detroit Red Wings preseason game in Chicago. “He went a full practice today, with contact; he had some good hard reps,” coach Derek Lalonde said. The Red Wings are managing several injuries to their forward corps. Defenseman Robert Haag, who was hit near the ear with a puck in Sunday’s Red/White game, still is not available. More: Why Red Wings believe Ben Chiarot will be a good defense partner for Moritz Seider
mlive.comTyler Bertuzzi’s ability to play in Canada would boost Red Wings
The Detroit Red Wings should be more competitive in Canada this season if, as expected, Tyler Bertuzzi is in the lineup. That would mean Bertuzzi, the team’s only player who opted not to be vaccinated for COVID, can play in Detroit’s 10 games north of the border. The Red Wings went 2-7 without him in games in Canada. “We’re a better team with Tyler Bertuzzi in the lineup. At the same time, it also would increase his trade value if the Red Wings can’t reach an agreement and opt to move him by the deadline.
mlive.comGood news for Red Wings’ Tyler Bertuzzi: Canada reportedly to drop vaccine requirement for entry
The Detroit Red Wings might have Tyler Bertuzzi in the lineup when they play in Canada this season. Canada is planning to drop its COVID-19 vaccination requirement at the border for entry into the country, according to the Toronto Globe and Mail. Bertuzzi was the only NHL player last season who opted not to get vaccinated for COVID-19. The Red Wings went 2-7 in Canada without Bertuzzi, who finished as their second-leading goal-scorer (30) and point-producer (62) in 68 games. More: How some Red Wings prospects fared individually at Traverse City tournament
mlive.comRed Wings mailbag: Tyler Bertuzzi’s complex contract situation
That was among the questions from MLive readers in the latest Red Wings mailbag:Q: What does the future hold for Bertuzzi with the team? – J.B.A: Bertuzzi’s contract situation is more complicated because of his inability to play in Canada for opting not to be vaccinated for COVID-19. Ideally, the Red Wings would like to sign him long-term and have him continue to be an integral part of the rebuild. The Red Wings inked Anthony Mantha to a four-year, $21.8 million pact early in the 2020-21 season and dealt him five months later. Edvinsson is not guaranteed a spot on the Red Wings roster; he’ll need to earn it in training camp and the preseason.
mlive.comWhy getting Tyler Bertuzzi to 30 goals meant so much to Red Wings
It was a special moment for me, and they made it even more special.”Bertuzzi joined Dylan Larkin (31) as Red Wings who scored 30 this season. Prior to that, no Red Wing had scored 30 since 2008-09. Scoring 30 goals in this league is a real hard thing to do. “As the season went on, I really wanted (30),” Bertuzzi said. The Red Wings made Bertuzzi a surprise second-round selection in 2013 (58th overall), after he had produced only 19 goals in his first 104 junior games at OHL Guelph.
mlive.comRed Wings, Alex Nedeljkovic shut down Devils 3-0
The Detroit Red Wings turned in the type of staunch defensive performance Sunday they anticipated would be more common this season. Alex Nedeljovic needed to make only 17 saves for his fourth shutout of the season and the Red Wings defeated the New Jersey Devils 3-0 at the Prudential Center. The Red Wings are 3-0 in offside challenges and 6-3 in total challenges. The Red Wings wrap up the season with games in Toronto Tuesday (7 p.m., Bally Sports Detroit Extra) and Friday back in New Jersey (7 p.m., BSD). More: Red Wings ink top 2021 draft pick
mlive.comRed Wings can learn, grow from games against elite teams like Panthers
The Panthers showed why again on Thursday with a 5-2 victory over the Red Wings at FLA Live Arena. The Panthers won their 12th in a row to equal a franchise record. Florida swept the four-game season series from Detroit and the past three games weren’t particularly close as the Panthers outscored the Red Wings 17-5. “I think games like tonight against a team that is going to be in the Stanley Cup conversation are good measuring sticks,” Red Wings forward Sam Gagner said. It shows the rebuilding Red Wings that fortunes can change quickly.
mlive.comRed Wings fall to Panthers, who tie team record with 12th win in row
The Detroit Red Wings, like the rest of the NHL, couldn’t slow down the Florida Panthers on Thursday. Florida scored three goals in the first period to take control of the game and got 28 saves from Sergei Bobrovsky to defeat the Red Wings 5-2 at FLA Live Arena. Florida swept the four-game season series from the Red Wings (30-38-10), outscoring them 20-7. The Red Wings cut Florida’s lead to 3-2 when Bertuzzi scored his 28th of the season at 6:15. The Red Wings got off to a good start from Gagner fired in a wrist shot from the slot 4:08 into the game.
mlive.comRed Wings fall to Senators, who complete season series sweep
DETROIT – Anton Forsberg made 24 saves Tuesday and the Ottawa Senators defeated the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 at Little Caesars Arena to complete a season series sweep. Tyler Bertuzzi scored the Red Wings’ lone goal, on the power play. The Red Wings dropped to 28-35-10. The Red Wings converted on their third power play of the night to tie it at 1-1 at 12:27 of the second period. Austin Watson opened the scoring with 4.3 seconds remaining in the first period.
mlive.comOttawa Senators vs. Detroit Red Wings - NHL (4/1/22) | Faceoff, How to Watch, Preview
Another tough loss after a solid performance stretches the Detroit Red Wings’s losing streak to four games. They will look to try and reverse the trend against one of the worst teams in the National Hockey League, the Ottawa Senators. The Red Wings ended the month of March on a big wimper. Watch the Detroit Red Wings on DirecTV StreamThey are coming off a solid effort against one of the top teams in the Metropolitan Division, falling in overtime on Wednesday night to the New York Rangers. Check out more stories about the Detroit Red Wings here on MLiveWhat: NHL HockeyWho: Ottawa Senators (23-37-5) vs. Detroit Red Wings (26-32-9)When: Friday, April 1Time: 7:30 p.m.
mlive.comRed Wings fall to Rangers in OT after losing lead late in third
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings rebounded from a dreadful performance three days earlier by battling hard Wednesday against one of the NHL’s top teams. Andrew Copp scored at 1:34 of overtime to lift the New York Rangers past the Red Wings 5-4 at Little Caesars Arena. The Red Wings (26-32-9) were coming off an embarrassing 11-2 loss at Pittsburgh Sunday. Lucas Raymond notched his 30th assist and became the first Red Wings rookie to record 20 goals and 30 assists since Sergei Fedorov in 1990-91. The Red Wings scored three goals on just nine shots at that point.
mlive.comJakub Vrana scores twice as Red Wings sweep season series from Flyers
Oskar Sundqvist, in his Red Wings debut, scored a key empty-net goal with 2:51 remaining. The Red Wings (26-30-7) swept the three-game season series with the Flyers (20-32-11). The Flyers scored twice in the second period to cut their deficit to 3-2 and had a few quality chances to tie it before Vrana scored his second of the game with 1:09 remaining in the period. The Red Wings got off to a good start, scoring twice in the first period and adding a goal early in the second. Oscar Lindblom broke in alone and scored at 7:56, capping a rush and cutting the Red Wings’ lead to 3-2.
mlive.comCould slide prompt Red Wings to be aggressive at trade deadline?
The Detroit Red Wings head into Monday’s 3 p.m. trade deadline mired in their worst slump of the season. “We’ve got guys that got to play better,” coach Jeff Blashill said after Saturday’s 4-2 loss to the Seattle Kraken. But he has played well, and the Red Wings value his defensive ability and leadership, so they might be inclined to re-sign him rather than trade him. The Red Wings also have ample cap space they can use to facilitate trades involving teams that are tight against the cap. “We got to find our footing and get through the trade deadline and get better here.”More:If Red Wings opt for bigger deal, three who could be in playTyler Bertuzzi dismisses trade talk, committed to Red Wings
mlive.comRed Wings fold in third period, losing to Kraken
The Detroit Red Wings had a two-goal lead in the third period Saturday despite being thoroughly outplayed. The Red Wings (25-30-7) were a step too slow and on the defensive all night on the final stop of a four-game trip, getting outshot 42-23. The Red Wings opened the scoring seconds after killing a five-on-three power play. The Red Wings have opened the scoring in consecutive games, after allowing the first goal in their previous nine. The Kraken scored twice in a span of 2:44 midway through the third period to tie it 2-2.
mlive.comNew dad Tyler Bertuzzi dismisses trade talk, committed to Red Wings
It has been an exciting week for Detroit Red Wings forward Tyler Bertuzzi, who became a father for the first time. Bertuzzi, who signed a two-year contract last summer ($4.75 million cap hit), dismissed the trade speculation. I want to be a Red Wing.”The Red Wings were 0-5 in Canada without Bertuzzi before their 1-0 victory Thursday in Vancouver. “It was a good week,” Bertuzzi said. We’re going to play tonight and get home and be with them.”More: Three who could be in play if Red Wings opt for bigger deal at deadline
mlive.comArizona Coyotes vs. Detroit Red Wings - NHL (3/8/22) | Faceoff, How to Watch, Preview
The Detroit Red Wings return home in search of a win after a tough road swing down in the Sunshine State. They have a good chance to do so as the struggling Arizona Coyotes come to town on Tuesday night. After falling to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday night, the Red Wings showed fatigue in their Saturday evening matchup with the Florida Panthers. Watch the Detroit Red Wings on DirecTV StreamArizona has had one of the franchise’s worst seasons. Check out more stories about the Detroit Red Wings here on MLiveWhat: NHL HockeyWho: Arizona Coyotes (16-35-4) vs. Detroit Red Wings (24-26-6)When: Tuesday, March 8Time: 7:30 p.m.
mlive.comRed Wings’ Guelph Storm line providing needed support
But when Detroit Red Wings coach Jeff Blashill moved Tyler Bertuzzi onto the line with Pius Suter and Robby Fabbri a month to create an all-Guelph Storm line, it wasn’t a novelty act. The line has clicked, providing additional offense for a team that had been relying primarily on Dylan Larkin’s line. Once you play a few games together you get to know how guys are going to play and what plays they’re going to make. “I think when they have poise with the puck, they play with the puck, they’re strong on the puck. When they don’t have a play and they live another day, I think they’re an excellent line.
mlive.comThomas Greiss solid after long layoff, leading Red Wings past Flyers
DETROIT – Thomas Greiss showed no rust Saturday afternoon in his first appearance in nearly five weeks. Greiss made 32 saves, including several breakaway stops, and the Detroit Red Wings defeated the Philadelphia 4-2 at Little Caesars Arena. Tyler Bertuzzi, Filip Zadina, Moritz Seider and Michael Rasmussen scored for the Red Wings (22-21-6), who swept the home-and-home set with the Flyers (15-24-8). Seider blasted in a shot on the power play at 9:05 of the third period to put the Red Wings ahead 3-1. The Flyers answered just 44 seconds later when Scott Laughton knocked in a loose puck in the crease after a shot off the goal post.
mlive.comDetroit Red Wings vs. Philadelphia Flyers - NHL (2/9/22) | Faceoff, How to Watch
After and fun and exciting All-Star Weekend, the Detroit Red Wings get back to work as the second half of the NHL season begins, for them, on Wednesday with a meeting in the City of Brotherly Love against the Philadelphia Flyers. The Red Wings come out of the break with a 20-21-5 record, and are sitting fifth in the Atlantic Division. Calder Trophy candidate Lucas Raymond is third on the team in scoring, and leads all rookies in the NHL in points (35). Check out more stories about the Detroit Red Wings here on MLiveWhat: NHL HockeyWho: Detroit Red Wings (20-21-6) vs. Philadelphia Flyers (15-22-8)When: Wednesday, February 9Time: 7:00 p.m. ETWhere: Wells Fargo Center (Philadelphia, Pa.)Channel: Bally Sports DetroitStream: DirecTV StreamCheck out the NHL standings and results on NHL.com
mlive.comRed Wings fall to Kings in final game before All-Star break
The Kings (24-16-7) outshot the Red Wings 45-25 while wrapping up a six-game road trip (4-0-2). This was the Red Wings’ final game before the All-Star break. Tyler Bertuzzi scored his career-high 22nd goal while Michael Rasmussen and Joe Veleno also scored for the Red Wings. The Red Wings considered challenging that Kaliyev knocked the puck down with a high stick but decided against it. Smith fired up the crowd in the third period by fighting Brendan Lemieux, the son of former Red Wings’ nemesis Claude.
mlive.comRed Wings fade in third period, losing to Leafs 7-4
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings turned in a strong effort Saturday against one of the top teams in the league but ran out of steam near the end. The Toronto Maple Leafs scored five unanswered goals in the third period and defeated Detroit 7-4 at Little Caesars Arena. Dylan Larkin had two goals and an assist for the Red Wings (19-20-6), who also got goals from Vladislav Namestnikov and Tyler Bertuzzi. Michael Bunting recorded his second career hat trick for the Maple Leafs, who have won five in a row from the Red Wings. This was Jeff Blashill’s 500th game as Red Wings coach.
mlive.comRed Wings battle back twice but lose to Blackhawks in wild one
DETROIT – The second period was exhilarating for the Detroit Red Wings. Suter, playing against his former team, took three penalties and the Blackhawks scored on two of them. The Red Wings scored three times in the second period to cut their deficit to 4-3. But Brandon Hagel took the steam out of the Red Wings’ comeback hopes by scoring with 3:47 to play. The Red Wings looked good at the start, skating fast and applying pressure in the offensive zone.
mlive.comA Red Wing’s advice to young players: Watch Tyler Bertuzzi play
DETROIT – Sam Gagner’s advice to younger players is to watch how Tyler Bertuzzi does it. “He’s a guy that I would tell younger players to watch him play. The Red Wings, following a three-day break, host the Chicago Blackhawks Wednesday (7:30 p.m., TNT). “You always get scared when people have back surgery when they’re young,” Red Wings coach Jeff Blashill said. He’ll keep growing.”More: Red Wings seek ways to spark Filip Zadina’s offense
mlive.comRed Wings’ struggles vs. Nashville, on road continue with 4-1 loss
The Detroit Red Wings’ difficulties against Nashville and troubles on the road continued on Saturday. Matt Duchene scored a pair of goals and Juuse Saros made 28 saves to lead the Predators past the Red Wings 4-1 at Bridgestone Arena. The Red Wings (18-18-6) fell to 5-12-3 away from home and have lost six in a row against Nashville. Trailing 2-1, the Red Wings had a few good chances on a power play early in the third period. Forsberg beat defenders Moritz Seider and Danny DeKeyser to a rebound and deposited a backhand shot past Alex Nedeljkovic.
mlive.comRed Wings lose lead late in regulation, fall to Stars in overtime
DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings surrendered the lead late in regulation and then Roope Hintz scored with 2:09 remaining in overtime to lift the Dallas Stars to a 5-4 victory at Little Caesars Arena. The Red Wings fell to 18-17-6 while Dallas improved to 20-16-2. Tyler Bertuzzi had an outstanding game in defeat, giving the Red Wings the lead with a power-play goal at 13:46 of the third period and adding a pair of assists. Bertuzzi had given his team a 4-3 lead by banking in a shot off Esa Lindell, who was laying down in the crease. The Stars had taken a 2-1 lead at 5:50 when Joel Kiviranta fired in a shot from the top of the circle with some net traffic.
mlive.comRed Wings midseason grades: Several aced the first half
The Detroit Red Wings haven’t had a midterm report card this favorable in several years. The Red Wings aren’t likely to contend for the postseason, trailing the Boston Bruins, who have four games in hand, by five points for the last playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Vladislav Namestnikov: A-GP: 40 G: 11 A: 9 PT: 20This is more like the player the Red Wings expected after signing him to a two-year deal in 2020. Coach Jeff Blashill and staff: BThe Red Wings still aren’t a playoff team but have played well enough to be in the postseason conversation more often than the high lottery pick talk. More: Red Wings revised schedule released
mlive.comDetroit Red Wings vs. Buffalo Sabres - NHL (1/17/22) | Faceoff, How to Watch
Just a couple days removed from their meeting in Motown, the Detroit Red Wings and Buffalo Sabres wrap up their home-and-home set with a Martin Luther King Jr. Day matinee in upstate New York on Monday. A perfect balanced attacked led to the Red Wings on home ice on Saturday night. Tyler Bertuzzi and Robby Fabbri each scored power play goals in the first period, with Bertuzzi potting his team-leading 18th goal of the season. Watch the Detroit Red Wings on DirecTV StreamMichael Rasmussen scored his fourth goal of the season, while Nedeljkovic stopped all 22 shots he faced, earning his first shutout as a Red Wing. Check out more stories about the Detroit Red Wings here on MLiveWhat: NHL HockeyWho: Detroit Red Wings (17-17-5) vs. Buffalo Sabres (11-20-6)When: Monday, January 17Time: 1:00 p.m.
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