As the Detroit Red Wings seek to stake a claim in the wild-card race, taking care of the teams directly in front of them is crucial. Patrick Kane scored on a power play in overtime to lift the Wings past the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday,

As the Red Wings reach the midway point, let's assess each player based on performance and expectations heading into this season.

Observations on the Red Wings' emerging depth, fast and furious start, and blossoming confidence as they win their seventh straight game, 6–2 over the visiting Kraken

At Pistons’ basketball games, even over the television, you can clearly hear the chant of “Jar-ed GOFF!” At Red Wings’ hockey games in the same Little Caesars Arena, the fans repeat the name of the Lions’ quarterback: “Jar-ed GOFF!! Jar-ed GOFF!!”

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin (71) celebrates along with defenseman Moritz Seider (53) after right wing Patrick Kane (88) scores the game-winning goal to defeat the Ottawa Senators during overtime Tuesday. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) AP

The difference now is everyone else can see what he meant.

Another indication of how things are doing a 180-degree turn in Detroit came Monday as Red Wings forward Patrick Kane was named the NHL’s Third Star of the Week. The league selects a trio of ...

The 6-2 win over Seattle was the Red Wings’ seventh straight, which is their longest win streak since January 2012. Vibes are high in Detroit. And with a game against the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday, that streak has a serious chance to continue.

THROUGH GAMES OF SATURDAY, JAN. 18, 2025

The Red Wings are in need of defensive depth ahead of the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline, and Bowen Byram is a great fit.

Multiple Detroit Red Wings have hard work to do in the second half to improve their grades as the team hits the season's halfway mark.

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