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Red Wings Surrender Lead but Seal Shootout Victory Against Flyers
The Detroit Red Wings faced a familiar challenge, surrendering a four-goal lead at home for the second time in under a month. This time, however, they managed a more favorable outcome.
In a thrilling matchup, Detroit secured a 7-6 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers in a shootout. Lucas Raymond and Patrick Kane contributed crucial goals during the skills contest, marking a much-needed win for Detroit after a five-game dry spell.
Kane's early two goals set the tone for Detroit, with additional scores from J.T. Compher, Shayne Gostisbehere, and Daniel Sprong. Despite the Flyers narrowing the gap with two quick goals in the second period, including Garnett Hathaway's deflection, Detroit remained resilient.
The Flyers, fueled by Scott Laughton and Owen Tippett, staged a comeback, but Dylan Larkin's goal from below the goal line leveled the score. The game extended into overtime, where Carter Hart played hero for the Flyers with crucial stops on Alex DeBrincat and Gostisbehere. In the end, Detroit clinched a much-needed victory, securing two valuable points.
Source: Hockeyfeed
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DECEMBRE 22 | 112 ANSWERS Red Wings Surrender Lead but Seal Shootout Victory Against Flyers Will the Detroit Red Wings make the playoffs this season? | ||
| Yes | 55 | 49.1 % |
| No | 57 | 50.9 % |
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