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November 27, 2025 Red Wings vs Devils Reaction: Detroit Fights Hard, But the Data Reveals a Bigger Issue
The Detroit Red Wings lost 4–3 to the New Jersey Devils, but unlike so many of their blowout losses this season, this one showed real fight. Detroit heavily out-chanced the Devils at 5-on-5, dominated long stretches of play, and nearly tied the game with a frantic two-minute barrage in the final moments. This was one of those rare “good” losses — not something we celebrate often on Red Wings Rant — but the effort in periods two and three showed what this team can be when they lock in.
Still, the problems are real. Early defensive mistakes continue to sink the Wings, with breakdowns in coverage, failed clears, and brutal giveaways repeatedly ending up in the back of the net. With Simon Edvinsson out, Detroit is forced to lean more heavily on a third pair that simply cannot keep up. And the analytics tell an even clearer story: the Wings have the 5th worst High-Danger Goals For%, league-worst Medium-Danger Goals For%, 3rd worst shooting percentage, 5th worst save percentage, and 2nd worst PDO at 5-on-5. Even at all strengths, Detroit is top-5 in expected goals but bottom-10 in both shooting and save percentage. A good team keeps beating itself.
We also break down strong performances from Larkin, Raymond, Finnie, and Seider, the physical pushback the Wings showed late in the game, the awful non-call on Jonas Siegenthaler’s hit to Lucas Raymond’s head, and why this loss — strangely — gives us more confidence in Detroit’s long-term trajectory. Plus: Emmitt Finnie makes honorable mention in The Athletic’s Calder Trophy race.
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November 20, 2025Red Wings in First Place: Real Contenders or Just Hot for 20 Games?
The Red Wings reached the 20-game mark in first place in the Atlantic Division. But does the record match the reality?
This week on Red Wings Rant, we break down:
The Wings’ best shutdown third period of the season
• Todd McLellan’s message on game management — and why it matters
• How Detroit blew a 4–1 lead, then responded with back-to-back wins
• Why the stars (Larkin, DeBrincat, Raymond, Seider) are carrying this team
• The rookies bounce back: Danielson, Finnie, ASP
• Cam Talbot taking the starting job by force
• John Gibson’s struggles and what it means for the season
• Whether Detroit’s early success is sustainable
Plus: how the Wings compare across the NHL at the 20-game benchmark — and what comes next.

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Red Wings Rant — Episode Narrative (Nov 19)
“20 Games In: First Place… and Still Flawed?”
The Detroit Red Wings reached the 20-game mark in first place in the Atlantic Division — a sentence that would’ve sounded insane seven days ago, when this team was stuck in the mud, blowing leads, and wrestling with its identity.
And the wildest part?
Both versions of the Red Wings — the playoff version, and the meltdown version — showed up this week.
Last Week: A Test of Consistency
We said:
If the Wings could take advantage of a soft stretch — Ducks, Sabres, Rangers, Kraken — they could claw back into a strong position.
One week later?
They did exactly that.
They handled Anaheim,
threw away a 4–1 lead vs Buffalo but still got a point,
gutted out a win at MSG,
and closed out the Kraken with a mature, structured third period — something they haven’t done most of the season.
That’s growth. That’s progress.
But the path to get here still tells us a lot about the team.
Game Management: The New Buzzword That Actually Matters
Todd McLellan has hammered this theme all year:
“Until this group figures out what’s important at certain times, we’re going to have those nights.”
Against Buffalo?
Total collapse.
Against New York and Seattle?
Finally, the shutdown hockey he’s been begging for.
The Seattle third period wasn’t flashy — five shots allowed, perfect breakouts, clean faceoffs, pucks deep, smart changes.
It was the most professional 20 minutes this team has played this season.
This is what real playoff teams do.
But the challenge now is: Can it be repeated?
Stars Are Driving the Bus
Larkin, DeBrincat, and Raymond are all pacing career-level seasons:
Larkin: 600 points + scoring at a star level

Cat: Tenacious, complete, and reliable no matter the line

Raymond: Finally looking healthy — nine points in his last four
And Moritz Seider is quietly playing elite two-way hockey despite a few headline-grabbing mistakes.
The Rookies: High Impact, High Volatility
The 2023 class stole the show early, then went quiet…
…and came roaring back against Seattle:
Danielson’s first NHL goal

Nearly another (called back)

Finnie’s power-play goal after Danielson set him up

ASP steadying after a rough stretch
These three have brought energy AND mistakes — but the energy has clearly returned to the lineup.
Goaltending: The Split Is Clear
Cam Talbot:
+1 GSAX, making the saves Detroit needs
Steady, calm, veteran presence
John Gibson:
11th-worst GSAX, sub-.875 save percentage
High-danger rebounds, bad-angle goals, and collapsing confidence around him
Detroit’s Jekyll-and-Hyde identity?
It’s not just game management.
It’s also which goalie is in the net.
20-Game Snapshot: The Good and The Questions
What’s working:
Stars producing

PK massively improved

Rookies making real contributions

Defensive improvements in structure

Third-period closure vs Seattle

In playoff position despite flaws

1st place in the division at the quarter-mark
What still needs answers:
Will this team ever find consistent scoring from the middle six?

Can Gibson turn it around?

Can they avoid the rookie wall?

Will they protect leads consistently?

Can they replicate the Seattle third period against real contenders?
This is a good team.
It might even be a playoff team.
But the story for the next 62 games is simple:
Are the Red Wings learning how to win? Or surviving despite themselves?

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November 14, 2025Red Wings Are a Top-10 Win Percentage Team | Why Do They Keep Falling Apart?
The Red Wings are one of the strangest teams in the NHL right now.
By straight win percentage, Detroit ranks like a top-10 team. But watch the games — or just check the box scores — and you see a team that either plays fast, structured, playoff-caliber hockey … or completely falls apart for long stretches.
In this episode, we break down why the Wings keep swinging between dominant and disastrous, including:
Why their win percentage paints a WAY better picture than their actual record
The standings favor loser points — we don’t. When you sort the NHL by actual wins per game, Detroit sits in the top third of the league.
The goaltending problem that’s draining winnable games
John Gibson allows 4 goals on 1.86 expected against Chicago.
Talbot and Gibson rank bottom-10 in Goals Saved Above Expected.
Detroit has the 6th-worst team save percentage.
This team isn’t getting average goaltending — and it’s costing them points.
Why the Red Wings get tons of possession but no scoring
Detroit is top-10 in:
Corsi For %

Fenwick For %
But near the bottom in:
High-danger chances created

High-danger shooting percentage
They generate quantity, not quality — a huge problem for a team missing finishers outside of Larkin and DeBrincat.
What’s wrong with the top six?
Emmitt Finnie may be skating hard, but is there enough skill next to Larkin and Kane?

Raymond is still recovering.

Kasper looks like a passenger, not a driver.

Patrick Kane is back, but still not at full speed — and the power play looks lost without his timing.
Why this might be mental, not just talent
Todd McLellan has already said it:
Detroit still struggles with game management, consistency, and responding to adversity.
They look great when they’re “on”…
…and downright broken when they’re “off.”

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November 06, 2025 Red Wings Wrap Up Road Trip Strong | Gibson Shines in Vegas Loss | What's Next at Home
The Detroit Red Wings finish their five-game road trip sitting second in the Atlantic Division — and the analytics show exactly why. Detroit currently sits around 51.5% in expected goals for percentage (xGF%) at both five-on-five and all strengths, signaling a team that’s genuinely driving play and out-chancing opponents most nights.
But dig deeper, and the cracks appear:
Detroit’s high-danger scoring chance percentage dips below 50%, and their high-danger shooting percentage ranks in the league’s bottom third. Meanwhile, they’re above 50% in both medium- and low-danger shot possession, meaning they’re getting volume — just not finishing quality looks.
It’s a sign of a team that needs its high-end creators — Patrick Kane and Lucas Raymond — back to convert those elite chances. Even so, this year’s 51.5% expected goals share marks a major leap forward for Detroit and helps explain why they’re staying near the top of the standings despite average PDO and inconsistent goaltending.

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October 31, 2025Red Wings Rise Again: McLellan’s Timeout, Larkin’s MVP Pace, and Lessons from a 7–3 Start
The Detroit Red Wings’ rollercoaster start to the season continues — but this week, it’s all trending upward.
After being booed off home ice, Todd McLellan’s explosive timeout lit a fire under Detroit, leading to a six-goal comeback and a dominant 5-2 follow-up in St. Louis. Matt and Mike dive into what Max Bultman called “the night that showed both sides” of this team — one that can look disjointed and unstoppable in the same 60 minutes.
We’ll break down:
McLellan’s message behind the mouth-covered timeout rant and how accountability fuels this group

Dylan Larkin’s MVP-level start (8 goals, 8 assists through 10 games) and why he’s dragging this team into relevance

Alex DeBrincat’s breakout and rediscovered rhythm

The Edvinsson-Seider pairing’s impact and the power play’s resurgence

The Gibson/Talbot goaltending puzzle and what it means for consistency

Grand Rapids Griffins’ undefeated start — John Leonard’s tear, Carter Mazur’s injury, and Nate Danielson’s rise
Heading into a tough West Coast trip (LA, Anaheim, San Jose, Vegas), the Wings sit second in the Atlantic with 14 points and the league’s eighth-best record. The question now: can they turn this from a hot start into a sustained run?
Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro & comeback recap
5:15 – McLellan’s timeout and leadership tone
11:30 – Dylan Larkin’s MVP campaign
18:10 – DeBrincat’s goal and the top line’s resurgence
23:00 – Edvinsson & Seider defensive dominance
28:00 – Gibson’s good but not great start
33:10 – Griffins update & next-man-up talk
38:00 – Previewing the West Coast trip

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October 24, 2025 Red Wings Reality Check: What the Buffalo Loss Reveals About Detroit’s Hot Start
The Detroit Red Wings’ five-game win streak is over — but the message from Todd McLellan is loud and clear. After a 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres, Matt and Mike break down what went wrong, what still looks strong, and what this team must fix to keep their hot start alive.
In this episode of Red Wings Rant, we react to Max Bultman’s latest reporting on the Sabres game, dive into McLellan’s postgame comments about preparation and focus, and examine why structure and pace remain the Red Wings’ biggest strengths — and their biggest vulnerabilities.
From John Gibson’s tough night to the penalty kill’s consistency, to how much Patrick Kane’s absence hurts the power play, we explore how Detroit stacks up against the Atlantic — and why this loss might be the wake-up call they need.
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October 17, 2025 Three Straight and Feeling Great: Red Wings Keep Rolling Against the Champs
Hi everybody, and welcome to Red Wings Rant: Where tirades and impassioned pleas about your Detroit Red Wings finally have a home. Matt and Mike are back from Little Caesars Arena — and the Detroit Red Wings are officially on a roll. After taking down the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers 4-1, the Wings have now strung together three straight wins to move to 3-1-0.
The guys break down what it was like inside the arena, who passed the eyeball test (spoiler: Axel Sandin-Pellikka looked like a seasoned pro), and how Todd McLellan’s influence is already showing up in the details. We’ll talk about Mason Appleton’s incredible two-goal night, Dylan Larkin’s quietly dominant start, and how Patrick Kane and Alex DeBrincat keep piling on the points. Plus, we’ll spotlight Detroit’s penalty kill — now sitting near 90% — looking heavier, smarter, and more responsible than it’s been in years. Finally, we’ll look ahead to the next test: Tampa Bay, Edmonton, and Buffalo. Are the Red Wings for real, or is this just an early-season flash?
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October 09, 2025Red Wings Season Preview: Rookies Rise, Opening Night vs Canadiens, and Playoff Hopes
Hi everybody, and welcome to Red Wings Rant: Where tirades and impassioned pleas about your Detroit Red Wings finally have a home.
The wait is over — Red Wings hockey is BACK.
In this Red Wings Rant Season Preview, Matt and Mike dive into what could be the most exciting opening night in years as Detroit’s youth movement takes center stage.
We break down:
🔥 Roster shake-up: Gustafsson and Holl waived, clearing the way for rookies Emmitt Finnie, Michael Brandsegg-Nygård, and Axel Sandin-Pellikka
🚀 Finnie on the top line: What it means for Larkin and Raymond’s production
💪 Brandsegg-Nygård’s breakout: Leading all Wings in preseason scoring — can he keep it going against Montreal?
⚡ Sandin-Pellikka’s poise: Already trusted on power play, OT, and 5-on-5
💬 Todd McLellan’s message: The team is rooting for its rookies — a culture shift in the making
Then we preview the Montreal Canadiens, Detroit’s first opponent:
Can their young stars — Caufield, Suzuki, Demidov, and Dobson — handle playoff expectations?

How does Detroit’s new depth match up against Montreal’s upgraded defense and explosive top six?

And what do we expect from the first week of the season?
It’s all here — roster predictions, line combos, and bold season outlooks — in your 2025-26 Red Wings Season Preview.

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October 02, 2025Red Wings Preseason Stock Watch: Emmitt Finnie Rising, Copp Line Clicking & Roster Questions
Hi everybody and welcome to Red Wings Rant! Where tirades and impassioned pleas for your Detroit Red Wings finally have a home!
The Detroit Red Wings are halfway through the preseason, and it’s time to check in on who’s trending up, who’s trending down, and what it means for the opening night roster.
In this episode of Red Wings Rant, we break down:
🚀 Emmitt Finnie’s breakout camp — is he ready for Larkin & Raymond’s top line?

💪 Michael Rasmussen – Andrew Copp – Mason Appleton line clicking as a heavy, effective third line.

👀 Albert Johansson emerging as a legit top-4 D option.

❌ Sebastian Cossa’s shaky preseason start and what it means for his NHL timeline.

🔮 Prospects like Nate Danielson, Axel Sandin-Pellikka, and Michael Brandsegg-Nygård pushing hard for the future.

🤔 The ongoing question: who fills the 1LW role?
Plus, we react to Max Bultman’s “Red Wings Stock Watch” and roster projection articles, and share what it all means for Detroit’s playoff hopes.
📢 Join the conversation in the comments! Who’s your biggest stock riser so far in camp?

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September 25, 2025 Red Wings Preseason: Finnie Shines, Roster Battles Heat Up
Hi everybody, and welcome to Red Wings Rant: Where tirades and impassioned pleas about your Detroit Red Wings finally have a home.
Mike and Matt break down the Detroit Red Wings Red & White Game with fresh eyes from inside Little Caesars Arena. Who passed the eyeball test? Who left us worried?
We spotlight Emmitt Finnie’s relentless camp performance—tenacity, smarts, and a little bit of “hate” in his game—that’s making him impossible to ignore. Is he a real contender for the top line with Larkin and Raymond, or are the Wings dangerously thin if it comes down to Finnie or Soderblom?
We’ll also dig into standout performances from Kasper, Kane, and DeBrincat, plus insights from Max Bultman’s preseason coverage. With so many roster battles at forward and defense, and John Gibson’s first looks in net, this preseason is setting up to answer big questions about Detroit’s 2025–26 outlook.
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