Alex Nedeljkovic knew it would be a thrill to play for the Detroit Red Wings, having grown up in the area playing youth hockey.
He delivered a thrilling performance himself to right the Wings and end a four-game winless streak, sending them onto Saturday’s contest against the Buffalo Sabres with renewed confidence. Nedeljkovic withstood the St. Louis Blues’ relentless attack in the third period of Wednesday’s game, making 14 saves to secure the Wings a 4-2 victory.
“He was outstanding,” coach Jeff Blashill said. “Made huge saves, because we gave up way too many chances.