Detroit Red Wings Face Off Against Atlantic Division-Leading Buffalo Sabres The Detroit Red Wings, currently sitting three points behind a wildcard berth in the Eastern Conference, will face the Atlantic Division-leading Buffalo Sabres tonight in a matchup at Key Bank Center. The Red Wings, with a record of 38-25-8, will be looking to capitalize on their recent momentum while the Sabres, boasting a 44-20-8 record, aim to extend their dominance in the division. The game will be broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network and 97.1 FM, with odds listed as Detroit (+1,5, -198), Buffalo (-1.5, +164), and DRAFTKINGS. Lucas Raymond, the Red Wings’ top scorer with 22 goals and 47 assists in 69 games, is in a race to join a select group of players in team history. If he reaches 70 points in three consecutive seasons, he will join Pavel Datsyuk and Henrik Zetterberg as the only Red Wings players to achieve this feat since 2005. Raymond’s performance could be pivotal for a team that has struggled with consistency, particularly in penalty killing, where they rank 26th in the league with a 78.9% efficiency rate. Captain Dylan Larkin has been a bright spot for the Red Wings, posting eight points (four goals, four assists) in his last eight games since February 2. His 632 career points place him just one shy of tying Brendan Shanahan for 10th on the team’s all-time list. Larkin’s recent form could provide a crucial lift for a team that has lost four of its last six games, including a 2-3-1 record in their most recent stretch. Goalkeeper John Gibson will start for Detroit, with Michal Postava called up from Grand Rapids to serve as his backup. The Red Wings’ struggles on the road have been evident, as they have lost four of their last six games outside of the Joe Louis Arena.#detroit_red_wings #dylan_larkin #buffalo_sabres #key_bank_center #lucas_raymond
OctoPulse Podcast: Faulk Set for Debut Against Devils; Larkin Out In a special edition of The Detroit News' OctoPulse podcast, host Ted Kulfan analyzes the Red Wings' current state following the trade deadline, focusing on the impact of Justin Faulk's addition to the roster and Dylan Larkin's absence due to injury against the New Jersey Devils. The episode, titled "OctoPulse podcast: Faulk to make debut vs. Devils; Larkin sidelined," was released on March 7, 2026, at 8:58 p.m. ET. The podcast highlights key developments from the team's recent activities, including Faulk's anticipated debut and the challenges posed by Larkin's sidelining. Kulfan begins by referencing the Varsity Ford of Ann Arbor, a local sponsor, before shifting to updates on the team's roster and performance. Dylan Larkin, a key forward, is expected to join the team for a four-game road trip, though his absence against the Devils has left a gap in the lineup. The Red Wings have struggled recently, going winless in their last two games and posting a 3-5-2 record in their past 10 contests. This slump has raised concerns about the team's ability to maintain its competitive edge in the league. Meanwhile, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, a defenseman, has been called up from the Grand Rapids Admirals, adding depth to the blueline. Steve Yzerman, the team's general manager, is highlighted for his decision to acquire Faulk, a veteran defenseman known for his defensive skills and leadership. Kulfan notes that Faulk's addition is expected to solidify the top-four defensive pairings, providing stability to a unit that has faced challenges this season. However, the podcast also points out the underwhelming performance of Elmer Soderblom, a forward whose contributions have fallen short of expectations.#new_jersey_devils #ted_kulfan #detroit_news #red_wings #dylan_larkin
