DeBrincat's OT Winner Lifts Wings Past Sabres in Preseason

The Detroit Red Wings opened their preseason home schedule with a 3-2 overtime victory against the Buffalo Sabres, with Alex DeBrincat scoring the game-winner on the power play 33 seconds into OT Detroit Hockey Now. The win showcased some of the team's depth and intensity as the squad prepares for the regular season, with the team "rubbing opponents the wrong way" early in the exhibition slate Detroit Hockey Now.

As the Red Wings near their opening-night roster decisions, several prospects have made strong cases for themselves. Defenseman Anton Johansson continues to turn heads with his play, including a four-assist performance against Pittsburgh that has some wondering if he might stick at the NHL level despite coach Todd McLellan's earlier indication that he'd likely head to Grand Rapids. Forward Carter Mazur and defenseman William Wallinder, both of whom must be waived to be sent down, are also making their final pushes in the remaining exhibition games to earn spots on Detroit's opening-night roster The Malik Report. Meanwhile, captain Dylan Larkin has returned to practice after his trade request became public and his captaincy was stripped, signaling his presence as the team enters the regular season.