Red Wings vs Lightning: Detroit Seeks to End Five-Game Skid
The Detroit Red Wings carry a five-game losing streak into Saturday's matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning, with puck drop set for 7 p.m.
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Red Wings at Lightning: Notes, Lines, Goalies, How to Watch
The Detroit Red Wings (7‑10‑3) face the Atlantic‑leading Florida Panthers in Tampa tonight, with the Lightning boasting an 8‑0 home record. Detroit starts Daniil Tarasov in goal amid a five‑game losing streak; the team has allowed 18 goals while scoring just nine. Lucas Raymond leads with two goals and two assists, while Alex DeBrincat sits point‑less in the slump. Tampa’s Andre Vasilevskiy and a high‑scoring offense, including Nikita Kucherov (who’s rumored for a trade), aim to extend their 13‑game streak of three‑plus goals. The matchup kicks off at 7 p.m. ET on DSN/97.1 FM.
Deen’s Daily: Brindley Joins Avs; What Happens With MacKinnon and Makar?; Blueline Trade Rumors
The Avalanche recall forward Gavin Brindley ahead of tonight’s Montreal game, sparking questions about Nathan MacKinnon’s availability and whether defense star Cale Makar will sit out. Chicago is rumored to be hunting a veteran blueliner, possibly from Calgary, as they seek to shore up their defense. The edition also previews Montreal’s “French Connection” line, Pittsburgh’s injury updates, Philadelphia’s Michkov saga, Boston’s line shuffle after a loss to the Habs, and Tampa Bay’s hot streak from Brandon Hagel.
Red Wings at Lightning: Beware the sneaky trap game
The Detroit Red Wings travel to the Benchmark International Arena to face the Tampa Bay Lightning on Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. EST. The Lightning hold a 1‑0 series edge after a 4‑2 win, and odds favor them at -220. Despite yesterday’s nationwide flight shutdown, the Red Wings are set to play, with a potential “sneaky trap game” hinted at in the preview. Fans can tune in via The Spot, DSN, ESPN+, or 102.5 The Bone.
Pre-Scout: After Oilers were ‘fed their lunch,’ they seek revenge against Leafs in Toronto homecoming
The Edmonton Oilers head to Toronto for a six‑game, nine‑day road stretch, hoping to avenge a 7‑2 loss to the Maple Leafs and prove coach Mike Babcock’s belief they can improve. Riding a 14‑3‑3 record and strong net play from Devon Levi and Tristan Jarry, Oilers star Connor McDavid, Evan Bouchard and Zach Hyman return to their home province. Toronto sits 0‑5‑0, seeking answers after a winless home run—their first seven‑loss homestand since 1990‑91. With games in Philadelphia, Florida, Tampa Bay, Carolina and St. Louis next, the Oilers aim to capture seven points in the upcoming five‑game segment.
Bruins Game 20: Notes, Lines, and How to Watch vs. Wild (UPDATED)
The Boston Bruins (13‑5‑1) host the Minnesota Wild (14‑3‑4) Saturday night to close their season series, after a 5‑2 loss to Montreal that ended a four‑game win streak and snapped a seven‑game home run. The Bruins have fallen out of first place in the Atlantic, trailing Tampa Bay and Montreal by one point, while the Wild ride a 10‑game point streak and sit atop the Western Conference. Key lineups feature JJ Peterka, Pavel Zacha and David Pastrnak up front for Boston, with Jeremy Swayman likely in net, and Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek and Matt Boldy leading Minnesota, with Jesper Wallstedt slated to start. The Wild’s power play ranks 6th (27.4%) versus the Bruins’ 27th (18.0%). Game airs at 7 PM on NESN.
As Bad As It’s Going, It’s Been a Lot Worse for the Red Wings
The Detroit Red Wings head into a road clash with the Tampa Bay Lightning amid a five‑game losing streak that ties them with Toronto for the worst run in the Eastern Conference, trailing only Vancouver's seven‑game skid. Their most recent 5‑4 loss to the Florida Panthers saw a 4‑1 lead evaporate, dropping win probability to a historic 3%. Coach Todd McLellan admits the team is focused on avoiding mistakes rather than taking risks, a mindset that may be fueling the slump. Despite the slide, Detroit remains just three points behind the Panthers for the final playoff spot, and past history shows even longer losing streaks have preceded playoff berths.
Sick Puck Links: Dach; Finland’s Ban On Russians; NHL Trade Rumors
The Sick Podcast rounds up the hottest NHL news for November 14, 2026. Hosts debate whether Canadiens forward Kirby Dach’s rising stock could spark a trade, while analysts discuss Montreal’s contender status and a new strategic shift. Highlights include prospect Michael Hage’s buzz, the Avalanche possibly missing Cale Makar and Nathan MacKinnon, and rumors that defenseman Quinn Hughes may leave Minnesota. Finland’s ban on Russian athletes could impact future NHL games there, and the Hurricanes may see captain Jordan Staal return for a Global Series matchup. Other notes cover a Rangers’ two‑goal debut by Glenn Gawdin and travel delays affecting the Sharks.
Hagel Hot Streak Keeping Wounded Lightning Humming
Brandon Hagel fuels Tampa Bay’s surge as injuries sideline key players. The 28‑year‑old winger tallied two goals and an assist in a 3‑1 win over Columbus on Thursday, following a two‑goal night in the 8‑3 victory over Buffalo. Hagel now leads the Lightning with 13 goals, ranking sixth league‑wide, and has posted five goals in his last three games. With Brayden Point, Anthony Cirelli and Yanni Gourde on the IR or day‑to‑day, Hagel’s scoring, penalty‑killing and gritty play have become essential. Contracted through 2032 after an eight‑year, $52 million deal, he could be a decisive factor if Tampa Bay reaches the playoffs.
Lightning Morning News: Dennis the Menace
Tampa Bay’s rookie netminder Dennis Hildeby extends his hot streak, posting a 4-0-1 record as the Lightning beat Columbus 3-1 on Nov. 12. Hildeby logged a two‑point night, stopping 27 of 28 shots and blanking all 12 Columbus attempts in the third period, helping the team secure a six‑out‑of‑eight point road trip. His massive saves keep Tampa Bay climbing the standings.
B/R NHL Staff Debates the Best Trade and Free-Agent Landing Spot for Nikita Kucherov
It appears that Nikita Kucherov's days in Tampa are numbered.
How Red Wings collapsed vs. Panthers, per JT Compher
The Detroit Red Wings blew a 4-1 lead to lose 5-4 to the Florida Panthers on Thursday, extending their skid to five straight defeats and dropping them to a league‑worst 7-10-3 record. Forward JT Compher blamed a loss of confidence and passive play as Florida ramped up pressure in the second half. Off‑ice turmoil adds to the woes, with defenseman Simon Edvinsson and captain Dylan Larkin reportedly seeking trades. The Wings head into their final road game against the Tampa Bay Lightning hoping to halt the collapse.
John Carlson reaches 800 career points with five-point showing for Lightning: ‘You never take anything for granted’
Longtime Capitals defender John Carlson hit a major milestone on Wednesday, reaching 800 career points in dramatic fashion with a five-point game (1g, 4a) against the Buffalo Sabres. The flashy performance marked the first five-point outing of Carlson’s 18-season NHL career and helped propel the Tampa Bay Lightning to an 8-3 win. “You never take
Canadiens Sick Postgame: Habs Remix Standings; Crush Bruins 5-2
The Montreal Canadiens rout the Boston Bruins 5-2 on Thursday, tying the Atlantic Division lead with Tampa Bay. Kirby Dach opens the scoring at 2:34, and the Habs pull ahead 5-0 with goals from Josh Anderson, Jake Evans, Cole Caufield (extending his eight‑game streak vs. Boston) and Phillip Danault. Jacob Fowler shines in net with 30 saves for his second career win in Boston. Both Anderson and Evans notch a goal and an assist, while Kaiden Guhle leads the team with five blocked shots. The win propels Montreal to the top of the standings as they prepare for a home game against Colorado on Saturday.
Red Wings Fall Apart Against Panthers to Choke Away Three Goal Lead
The Detroit Red Wings squandered a 3‑0 lead to lose 5‑4 to the Florida Panthers on Nov. 12, extending their losing streak to five games. After early goals from JT Compher, Andreas Englund, Lucas Raymond and Marco Kasper put Detroit up 4‑1, the Panthers rallied with Gustav Forsling, Anton Lundell (two goals) and Lars Eller to tie and then win on a late power‑play. Key issues were Detroit’s second‑half defensive lapses and missed opportunities, highlighted by John Gibson’s mishandling of a Verhaeghe shot. The loss caps a four‑game road trip, with the Wings set to face the Tampa Bay Lightning next.
Lightning beat Blue Jackets, 3-1, behind Hagel’s two goals
Despite missing Brayden Point, Anthony Cirelli, Erik Cernak and Yanni Gourde, the Tampa Bay Lightning defeat the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-1 on Nov. 13, 2026. Brandon Hagel delivers the game‑changing performance, scoring both goals for the Bolts. The win caps a back‑to‑back effort and showcases Tampa Bay’s depth even with a depleted roster.
Former Oilers prospect Sam O’Reilly scores point in NHL debut with Lightning
Former Oilers prospect Sam O’Reilly records his first NHL point in his debut, assisting on Tampa Bay’s 8-3 win over Buffalo on Nov. 12, 2026. The 2024 32nd‑overall pick, traded to the Lightning for Isaac Howard in July 2025, slots into the top six and even joins the power‑play unit. O’Reilly logged two goals and four points in 12 AHL games with Syracuse before the call‑up. The article notes his junior accolades, including a bronze at the 2026 World Juniors and the OHL MVP award, and previews the Lightning‑Oilers matchup on Nov. 19.
Nikita Kucherov To Maple Leafs Or Canadiens? Insider Weighs In
Nikita Kucherov has told the Lightning he won’t re‑sign and is seeking a trade, favoring Toronto or Montreal as possible destinations. While Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman says the Maple Leafs and Canadiens are on his list, TSN’s Pierre LeBrun notes the Lightning likely view them as free‑agent suitors rather than trade partners because they’re division rivals. Kucherov, in the final year of a $76 million, $9.5 million cap‑hit deal, posted 4 goals and 7 assists in six games after his October 30 request. Agent Dan Milstein hints the Canadiens have cap room, while other analysts mention the Rangers as a fallback. If Tampa holds firm, Kucherov could hit free agency on July 1, making Toronto and Montreal key targets.
Lightning’s Anthony Cirelli, Erik Cernak out vs. Blue Jackets
Cirelli has five goals and nine assists in 18 games this season.
O’Reilly highlights ‘great’ NHL debut with first career point for Lightning
Those across the Tampa Bay Lightning organization were eager to see Sam O’Reilly following the 20-year-old’s recall from Syracuse. With an assist on the game-winning goal in his NHL debut, it’s safe to say he passed his initial test.
Sam O’Reilly Ready For NHL
Sam O’Reilly makes an instant impact in his Tampa Bay Lightning debut, logging 12:56 of ice time, joining the top power‑play unit and recording his first NHL point with a secondary assist on Yanni Gourde’s goal in an 8-3 win over Buffalo on Nov. 12, 2026. Called up after Brayden Point’s lower‑body injury, the 20‑year‑old also took the opening faceoff, won three of ten draws, delivered two hits and blocked a shot. Coach Jon Cooper praises O’Reilly’s face‑off skill and all‑around play, hinting he could earn a regular top‑six role while Point recovers. The former OHL MVP, drafted 32nd overall in 2024, now aims to cement his spot in the Lightning lineup.
NHL rumors: Insider floats Jason Robertson-Nikita Kucherov blockbuster trade
Daily Faceoff insider Matt Larkin envisions a one‑for‑one blockbuster trade between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Dallas Stars, swapping star forwards Nikita Kucherov and Jason Robertson. Both players are pending free agents after the 2026‑27 season—Kucherov, who has requested a trade, boasts 26 points in 18 games, while Robertson has 19 points in 17 games for the Stars. Dallas expects to revisit Robertson’s extension in December, and Tampa’s GM says he won’t trade Kucherov but risks losing him without a deal. The speculative swap pits two Stanley Cup‑contending teams against each other, though Larkin admits it’s unlikely.
Unlike Dylan Larkin, Nikita Kucherov has reportedly not submitted a trade list to the Lightning
Nikita Kucherov’s future with the Tampa Bay Lightning remains uncertain after Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports he has not submitted a preferred trade list for the rest of the season. While the franchise weighs keeping its premier winger, interest surfaces from the Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Utah Mammoth, Dallas Stars and other contenders. Kucherov, in the final year of his contract, could command a high price, and the Utah Mammoth are specifically noted as potential suitors. The situation mirrors the parallel trade chatter surrounding Detroit’s Dylan Larkin.
Lightning at Columbus Preview: Some times you thrive, other times you survive
The Tampa Bay Lightning face the Columbus Cannon at Nationwide Arena on Nov. 12, 2026, with a 7 PM EST tip‑off. The preview notes a solid Lightning performance on Wednesday, despite a late second‑period lull, and lists broadcast options (The Spot, WWHO, CBJHN, CBJNHL, ESPN+, 102.5 The Bone) with odds at -115. Readers get a quick take on the matchup and how the Lightning might thrive or survive against Columbus.
Nikita Kucherov is red-hot since trade request
Kucherov has racked up 11 points in the six games since it came out that he wouldn’t re-sign with Tampa.
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