Detroit — Ultimately this game was a Red Wings victory, but what looked like an easy one suddenly wasn't
The Wings defeated Tampa 6-4 Thursday, ending a stretch where the Lightning had earned points in 20 consecutive games against the Wings.
Add the fact the Wings earned a point in Tuesday's overtime loss to the Lightning, and the Wings had the better of the two-game series, earning three of a possible four points against the defending Stanley Cup champions. It was the first win in regulation against the Lightning in regulation since 2015 for the Wings.