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The Detroit Red Wings will face the Montreal Canadiens in an exciting NHL game on October 9, 2025, at 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. Puck-Drop Time 7:00 pm ET Location Detroit, Michigan DETROIT – Will having Todd McLellan behind the bench for a full season be good for another five or six points? If you are **longing** for a thrilling season where the Detroit Red Wings rise to the occasion, then mark your calendars! This could be the pivotal moment that determines if they finally make the playoffs or suffer yet another heart-wrenching year of disappointment – the 10th consecutive miss. Step into a new era as **McLellan** takes the helm, having assumed leadership on December 26, at a time when the team was plummeting. With two incredible seven-game winning streaks igniting the Red Wings back into playoff contention, fans held their breath, hoping this would be their year. Yet, a late-season collapse dashed dreams, leaving them just five points short. In a bid for redemption, the club is counting on crucial personnel changes — the dynamic starting goaltender John Gibson, along with promising rookies Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Emmitt Finnie, and Axel Sandin-Pellikka — to deliver the much-needed spark, complemented by internal development and increased contributions from veteran players. But there’s more to the story. Having McLellan on board since day one of training camp could prove to be the game-changer. “He arrived midway through last season, which limited practice time and opportunities for adjustments,” said general manager Steve Yzerman. “Coaching during the latter part of the season allowed him to connect with the players, understanding their dynamics both on and off the ice. This insight will be invaluable as he strives to maximize their potential.” “For our players, this means a better grasp of our coaches' expectations, their operating methods, and bench management,” he added. “There’s a sense of comfort — in a positive sense. Todd and his staff will challenge them. With ample preparation time, I anticipate this will benefit both Todd and the team greatly.” Under McLellan’s leadership, the Red Wings boasted a record of 26-18-4. A .583 points percentage would have clinched them the seventh spot in the Eastern Conference, securing the coveted second wild card position. From the very first practice, McLellan set the tone, demanding intensity with the call of “Play (bleeping) hockey; you’ve done it your whole lives.” His coaching style introduced a more aggressive strategy. “When he joined us, he pushed us hard,” said **Dylan Larkin**. “With every challenge, we seem to elevate our game. He’s already raised the bar in camp, and I believe we’re primed to hit the ground running. Our initial games are critical.” The Red Wings kick off the season Thursday at home against the Montreal Canadiens (7 p.m., FanDuel Sports Network), last season's second wild card holder. Their opening five games will test them against fierce Atlantic Division rivals. Players have observed a marked difference in this year’s camp. “Every session is filled with walkthroughs, intricate details, and high expectations,” said **Moritz Seider**. “This is precisely what we need right now. We require structure; guidance on positioning. The coaching staff has been exceptional in providing this direction, ensuring every action has intent, translating effectively into game performance.” McLellan places his trust in the younger generation. **Marco Kasper** and **Albert Johansson**, who faced challenges as rookies prior to his arrival, witnessed their fortunes transform in the latter half of the season. Furthermore, the seasoned **Patrick Kane** found renewed vigor. “Playing aggressively is a shift we’ve seen under his guidance,” Kane noted. “We’re focusing on integrating our defense into offensive plays and supporting one another across the ice, all while adopting that shoot-first mentality. This approach is invigorating!” Get ready for a season filled with hope, determination, and electrifying hockey moments! The Detroit Red Wings are poised to make a statement — will you be there to witness it?

In this house we have a tradition. The night before the season starts we watch hockey movies all night long. First up tonight…Mystery Alaska. Thank god hockey is back in my life.

That was an exceptional win last night. You don’t blow out the Panthers. Any win against them is going to be a grind, and that’s exactly what we did. The defense turned the puck over a lot in the first period and they need to clean that up, but they got better after that and we won the 2nd and 3rd. Finnie and MBN were quite good. At some point this season I’d like to see them with Kasper and Dcat with Larkin and Raymond. Maybe give Kane a bit of a break at 5on5 during the middle of the season. I also thought Ras/JVR/Sodorblom were really good last night as well. Had some really excellent shifts in the offensive zone and controlled the puck. I’m really liking this team so far, even with the obvious issues on the blue line.

MBN: 3gp 0pts ASP: 3gp 0pts ... Fingod: 3gp 2pts

And kept Toronto from getting any points, it was feeling like Detroit would be lucky to survive with just one.

Good road win there by the boys. Sloppy but still got the 2 points.

All LGW originals except 1. R/detroitredwings and hfboards only exist because they steal memes from LGW and repost them.

Good work on the GDT Leftie, well done. Curious to see what the lineup looks like tonight. Not sure I love the idea of Mason Appleton on the first line but I’m pretty positive McLellan knows better than I do.

Yup, im quickly losing interest in Soderblom. The era of big massive softies for us needs to end. Ericsson sucked. Ras sucks. Soderblom I no longer have patience for. Use your size or get bent. I remember watching games last season where 5 foot nothing Debrincat was the most physical Red Wing. Every bottom 6 player on this team should be ashamed after performances like that. I miss Kronwall so much. 6ft 200lbs and literally butt slamming people into the grave. If he can do it Soder and Ras have zero excuse. This team needs any sort of violent edge, and literally no one brings it. Seider used to... still mad cause i think we ruined him...

I'd like to see if Chicago would be interested in Soderblom to play along with his brother. Lets say for maybe, Lucas Reichel?

Because the 4th line has literally no identity. We are a 3 line team... plus pure offensive players like Soderblom and Berggren playing with PK specialists like Appleton and Ras, because we dont kno what to do with these extra players. So they just play on the meaningless jumble that is our 4th line. I do think we should cut ties with guys who cant climb out of the 4th line quickly at this point. Love Soderbloms size and skill, but he doesnt use his size and is more hit or miss than AA. Berggren blah blah blah same stuff. Ras fuqqin blows. A good team wouldnt have an experimental rookie throwaway line. We should be playing reliable checkers like Eaves, Miller, McCarty, Maltby, Downie, JASON FUQQIN THE BEAST WILLIAMS, Draper, or Kocur in those spots. But we aint there yet. 2nd line was awesome tonight. I want to move past Patrick Kane, but he is a fuqqin treat. He just does superstar s*** that 99% of players dont even think of trying, and its nice to have. Did I say Ras sucks yet? Chiarot takes too much heat IMO but its time to experiment more with AJo as Mo's partner.

What a big win. After stinking up the joint on opening night it’s huge to come back against a top team and spank them. We were far from perfect tonight but I really liked what I saw from lines 1-3 and the defense. The fourth line has no identity. Sodorblom is too slow and Berggren is a bad fit stylistically. If JVR doesn’t work out call up Mazur.

Petr Mrazek has let in zero goals so far this season

Soda needs to play up to his size or find a new team.

Just saying, this team has a whole new dynamic. 3 rookies. Vets not getting their As back. Might be smart to lean on those vets until rooks are fully up to speed. --------------- Looks like same forward lines tonight, but bergers in for soderblom

Speaking of which, I'm moving to Dallas on Monday. Sucks that was your first game at LCA, but have to make the pilgrimage at some point. First game of the year shoulda been a good choice. Bummer.

I'd much prefer to see AlJo with Seider than Chiarot, but what can ya do?

You should have Slapshot on 24/7...

For decades Al has retreived octopi from the ice and flushed them down the stadium drains. But he feels bad. Not just because it is a waste of a poor animals life, but because he comes to love and respect the octopi. He recognizes them as the sacred symbol of his organization, and also sees their high level of intelligence. Intelligence that often even surpases that of a Polish man... So he begins to care for them. Flushing them down into the underbelly of the stadium, yet keeping them alive on a diet of piss that he feeds to them through the drains. There they survive. Multiply. Grow. But one fatefull day Al is caught pissing in the drains. Fired. Who will care for and feed his children -his army - now?? This summer a new evil rises to the surface, and Batman faces his greatest challenge yet: OCTOPISS

Its an invasion from the red wings subreddit

More ppl need to be shot with guns