Kane Nets Winner: Red Wings Sweep Kraken in 4-3 Thriller
In the second game of this extended road trip — and the first out west, where fast starts matter — the Red Wings delivered. They rolled into Seattle, battled the Kraken, and left with a hard-fought 4–3 win, completing a season sweep and stretching their point streak to four games. It wasn’t always pretty, and there were more than a few hold-your-breath moments, but Detroit found a way to get it done.
The hero of the night? Who else but Patrick Kane. With the clock winding down and overtime creeping in, Kane buried the game-winner with 2:29 left in regulation. The goal didn’t just secure two points — it pushed him to 497 career tallies, pulling him within three of the coveted 500-goal milestone. Wherever he hits that number, hockey fans should appreciate the history he’s closing in on. But let’s be honest — everyone in Detroit is hoping he seals it at LCA.
With the win, Detroit improves to 15-11-3 on the season, keeping them firmly in the mix as we head deeper into December.
📊 STAT CAPSULE — Red Wings 4, Kraken 3
Red Wings — Top 3 Performers
- Patrick Kane: GWG, 497th career goal, 3 SOG
- Emmitt Finnie: 1 goal, strong forechecking presence
- Simon Edvinsson: 2 assists, +1, poised defensive game
Kraken — Top 3 Performers
- Adam Larsson: 1 G, 1 A, heavy minutes (21:52)
- Jared McCann: 1 G, 3 SOG, consistent pressure
- Vince Dunn: 1 A, 3 blocked shots, 24:27 TOI
Game — 3 Key Stats
- Faceoffs: Detroit 55.6% (30–24 edge)
- Blocked Shots: Detroit 25, Seattle 20
- Goaltending: Gibson 24 saves (.889), Daccord 21 saves (.840)
The Kids and the Vets
While Kane stole the headlines, the depth scoring was the engine that kept the Wings in this one. Rookie Emmitt Finnie continues to look like a draft steal. He opened the scoring for Detroit with his sixth goal of the season, showing off the offensive instincts that got him to the show. The goal was set up by fellow rookie Nate Danielson, giving us a glimpse of the future connection we hope to see for years to come.
On the flip side of the age spectrum, James van Riemsdyk is drinking from the fountain of youth. JVR found the back of the net again, extending his goal streak to three games—tying the longest of his career. He’s now lit the lamp five times in his last six contests. When the Wings signed him, we hoped for some net-front presence, but this kind of production is a massive bonus.
Andrew Copp also chipped in with a goal, providing that crucial secondary scoring that Detroit needs to compete in the Atlantic Division.
Gibson Stands Tall Amidst Rumors
John Gibson got the nod in net and turned away 24 shots to secure the win. It was a solid performance for the veteran netminder, especially considering the noise surrounding him right now.
Speaking of noise, let’s address the elephant in the room. A report surfaced recently connecting the Red Wings and the Edmonton Oilers in potential trade talks involving Gibson. His numbers this season—a 5-7-1 record with a 3.62 GAA and .868 SV%—haven’t been stellar, but games like this remind you of the pedigree he has. Whether he’s showcasing himself for a trade or fighting to keep his crease in Detroit, a win is a win.
Injury Scares: A Collective Gasp
It wouldn’t be a Red Wings game without a little heart-stopping drama, right? We had two major scares tonight that could have been season-altering.
First, Nate Danielson hobbled off after blocking a shot with his skate. For a rookie finding his stride, that’s the last thing you want to see. Thankfully, he returned to the game, showing some serious toughness.
Then, the big one: Captain Dylan Larkin took a puck to the face and rushed to the locker room. The image of Larkin heading down the tunnel is enough to ruin any Sunday, but he returned later wearing a full face shield. That’s leadership. He finished the game, but don’t be surprised if he’s sporting some extra hardware on his helmet for a while.
Up Next
The Red Wings will look to push their point streak to five in their next matchup, a 10:00 pm Monday evening date with the Vancouver Canucks. With the team finding ways to win and the veterans stepping up, confidence is high in the locker room. Let’s hope the injury luck holds up.
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