Senators Secure 4-3 Win Over Red Wings to Bolster Playoff Push

Ottawa extends its strong run with eight wins in 11 games, while Detroit's playoff hopes dim after fourth loss in five outings.

The Ottawa Senators defeated the Detroit Red Wings 4-3 on Thursday night, maintaining their lead in the Eastern Conference wild-card race.
Thomas Chabot, Tim Stützle, David Perron, and Michael Amadio scored for Ottawa, with Linus Ullmark making 31 key saves.
Detroit's Lucas Raymond contributed a goal and an assist, while Patrick Kane and Vladimir Tarasenko also scored during a late third-period rally that fell short.
Red Wings goaltender Alex Lyon was pulled after allowing three goals on 10 shots, with Cam Talbot stepping in to make 21 saves.
Detroit struggled on special teams, converting just 1 of 6 power-play opportunities, and now sits three points out of the second wild-card spot.