Seattle's second-period explosion overwhelms Detroit in a lopsided loss that ends the Red Wings' four-game homestand.
Kraken Onslaught Ends Red Wings' Homestand Unbeaten
October 10, 2026 · ← Back to rollups
The Detroit Red Wings' season-opening four-game homestand came to a disappointing end Friday night as the Seattle Kraken overwhelmed them with a second-period onslaught Detroit Hockey Now. The loss marked a collapse in effort and execution, with the team described as "lazy and soft" in their defensive approach. Despite an early goal from a depth player, the Red Wings couldn't maintain their composure, and the Kraken's offensive barrage proved too much to handle. The loss extends Detroit's early-season struggles—they've managed just seven goals through their first three games Detroit Hockey Now—and leaves them searching for consistency as they prepare to hit the road @DetroitRedWings.
On a brighter note, defenseman Anton Johansson has made an early impact for the team Detroit News — Red Wings (via Google News), and forward Arvidsson's early performance has helped ease some of the adjustment stress that comes with joining a new squad. The Red Wings will look to bounce back as they continue their schedule, hoping to find the depth scoring and defensive discipline that eluded them during the homestand.
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