So I think we learned a few things last night in the 6-2 loss to the Maple Leafs in a game that you could call the Red Wings’ regular season dress rehearsal.
- The preseason was fun, but the regular season could be tough to watch at times. Both teams skated with mostly NHL players and you could tell that Toronto had a bit more talent than Detroit. This was most noticeable on the penalty kill. At one point in the 2nd period, the Leafs scored 4 goals in just 3:54.
- We've been clamoring for the defense to get younger, but that means it could get ugly every now and then.