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Detroit Red Wings, Patrick Kane top Ottawa Senators in overtime
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Detroit Red Wings coach Todd McLellan, Jan. 2, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.
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 in overtime to lift the Wings past the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday, kicking off a four-game stand at Little Caesars Arena with a 3-2 victory.
The Wings (18-18-4) won their fifth straight game and reached 40 points, but the Senators remained a point ahead at 41.
Dylan Larkin extended his goal-scoring streak to four games when he converted on a power play in the first period.
Alex Lyon started the game but left after the first period because of an upper-body injury, ceding the net to Cam Talbot. Simon Edvinsson missed the second half of the second period after a collision on open ice, but returned for the start of the third period.
The Wings needed him: In addition to being a top-four defenseman, Edvinsson set up Joe Veleno’s goal five minutes into the third period. Veleno got his stick on Edvinsson’s rebound and managed to send the puck bar down despite being off balance to make it 2-2.
Taking advantage of handsy penalty
Leave it to Senators captain and top-line winger Brady Tkachuk, as skilled with the puck as he is at agitating, to take an unusual penalty. During a scrum around the seven-minute mark of the first period, Tkachuk’s attempt to aggravate Simon Edvinsson included ripping off Edvinsson’s helmet.
Officials called Tkachuk for roughing – removing opponent’s helmet, putting the Wings on a power play. The top unit moved the puck well and were rewarded with a goal at 8:30, when Larkin snapped Alex DeBrincat’s pass behind Anton Forsberg.
Spirited start
Tkachuk committed another infraction at 11:08 when he high-sticked Albert Johansson in the face, sending the Wings on another power play. J.T. Compher and Vladimir Tarasenko both had chances, and at least the Wings kept momentum on their side.
Compher’s best move of the period came a bit later, during five-on-five play, when he used his stick to steal the puck away from Claude Giroux just as he neared Detroit’s net. Patrick Kane had back-to-back chances in the final minute, and Edvinsson tried a slap shot as the Wings racked up a 14-10 edge in shots in the first 20 minutes.
Tough seconds
The Wings have had some tough second periods of late – their game got away from them Jan. 2 at the Columbus Blue Jackets, and they were outshot, 10-3, in the second period Jan. 4 at the Winnipeg Jets. The Senators likewise pushed back in the second period. Thomas Chabot scored seconds after the Wings killed off a penalty, at 12:25.
The Wings were on another penalty kill when Tkachuk picked up a drop pass from Jake Sanderson and fired a shot through traffic from the top of the left circle that put the Senators ahead by a goal.
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Next up: Blackhawks
Matchup: Red Wings (17-18-4) vs Chicago (13-25-2).
Faceoff: 7 p.m. Friday; Little Caesars Arena, Detroit.
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The Detroit Pistons have put Isaiah Stewart on the trade block with multiple offers swirling around the ever-changing rumor mill.
Several teams would benefit from having Stewart, who averaged 10 points, five rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game last season, on a solid 55% from the floor. However, despite linking up well with Jalen Duren, Stewart earning a total of $30 million over the next two years simply doesn’t fit with their future outlook.
Stewart has been linked to the blockbuster three-team trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo; however, if we set that aside, who else could use his talents ahead of the upcoming season?
Stewart embracing the north?
A possible swap involving the Toronto Raptors could be on the cards. The Raptors have been desperate for frontcourt depth, and the Pistons could definitely use more playmaking and shooting options on their roster.
For Detroit, trading Stewart for youngsters Gradey Dick and Jamal Shead makes perfect sense, with the Pistons able to mould them into backups for Cade Cunningham and Ausar Thompson.
While Shead provided relief for Immanuel Quickley, Dick fell out of the rotation and will be eager for a second chance in the Motor City.
Bringing a much-needed wing player to Detroit, via Cleveland
The Cleveland Cavaliers could bring a talented wing player to Detroit in the shape of Max Strus, whose presence would really help the Pistons.
What they’re short on is two-way wings who can ease the pressure off their stars, and Strus can fit perfectly into that gaping hole.
Beyond his floor-spacing ability, he can also create offense by attacking closeouts, addressing another area where Detroit has struggled.
Look no further than their playoff meeting, which the Cavs won with Strus averaging around 10 points per game in the series, capped with a 20-point showing off the bench in Game 5 that helped swing momentum in the Cavaliers’ favor.
Stewart’s salary and defense helps Denver
One issue that plagued the Denver Nuggets this season was their rim protection, and defense in the paint.
With Stewart, who posted just under two blocks per game last season, his defensive style would really help the Nuggets, but he would be in a similar position to the one he is currently in Detroit: A backup to Nikola Jokic.
Why does this move make sense for both parties? Well, look no further than the money involved. If Denver shipped Cameron Johnson and Christian Braun, who are both on the trade block, it would save the Nuggets money and give Detroit two strong players with championship pedigree.
Stewart is under contract for $15 million in 2026-27, with a team option for the same amount in 2027-28, bringing his total value to $30 million. Johnson’s set to make $23 million, and Braun’s is on $21.5 million. This works better for Denver than it would for the Pistons, but having Johnson and Braun only boosts Detroit’s championship credentials.
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A Metro Detroit church is giving back to the youth. In an age of heightened peer pressures, such as teen takeovers, leaders tell CBS News Detroit that good old-fashioned fun is the way to bring all ages together.
“It’s been a vision of mine and my late husband forever,” said Divine Restoration Ministries Pastor Dr. Tenisia Evans.
Divine Restoration Ministries hosted a Legacy in Action Day on Saturday in the gym of Eastpointe High School in Eastpointe, Michigan. The church says its focus is showing up for communities, especially the future generation.
“So many things going on in the world right now and the youth has been the center of our focus,” said Evans.
Evans says with the help of other church leaders and businesses, including AT&T, they were able to secure food, games and experiences for kids of all ages.
And when it comes to creating an event kids would actually like, Detroit teen Martrail Mullen says they were spot on.
“Kids, we like to move around and still have cardio, and while still having fun at my age, most churches don’t do that,” said Mullen.
Mullen says he has been invited to teen takeovers in the past. While he says he’s never gone to one, he wishes kids would use their time more wisely.
“Kids my age, they are doing a lot of things,” said Mullen.
That’s why Evans says now is the time they open their arms to anyone in need of support.
“We’re here. We’re here for you and we want to pour back and let you know that if you need anything, come to us and we will be here as a resource,” said Evans.
Troy Melton allowed one hit in six innings and the Detroit Tigers’ offense came alive late in a 4-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Saturday.
Dillon Dingler had two hits, including a home run, and drove in two runs as Detroit won its second straight game after losing four of five.
Melton (4-0) gave up a homer to Sam Antonacci on his second pitch of the game but allowed only four more baserunners — on three walks and a hit batter. He struck out five while allowing two or fewer runs for the fourth time in five starts this season.
Two Tigers relievers finished, with Kenley Jansen pitching the ninth for his ninth save.
Sean Newcomb started Chicago’s bullpen game with three perfect innings, but Tyler Davis walked the bases loaded with two out in the fourth. Joe Rock came out of the White Sox bullpen and struck out pinch-hitter Jahmai Jones to loud boos from the Comerica Park crowd.
With a runner on first and two out in the fifth, Kevin McGonigle got Detroit’s first hit of the game — the first hit for either team since Antonacci’s leadoff homer.
Dillon Dingler followed with an RBI single off Rock (0-1) to tie the game.
Detroit took the lead in the sixth when Spencer Torkelson doubled and scored on James Outman’s single. Jake Rogers made it 3-1 later in the inning with an RBI single.
Chicago didn’t get its second hit until Braden Montgomery doubled off Tyler Holton with one out in the seventh.
Dingler hit his 17th homer in the seventh, giving Detroit a 4-1 lead.
Up next
The teams finish the series Sunday in what was originally scheduled to be Justin Verlander’s first start as a Tigers player in Detroit since 2017. His hamstring strain means RHP Keider Montero (3-5, 3.67) will come back from the bullpen to face RHP Davis Martin (9-3, 3.31).
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