Aliaksei Protas had two goals and an assist in the third period to key the Washington Capitals rallying to beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-2, extending their winning streak to three games.
The Detroit Red Wings have lost five games in a row, and captain Dylan Larkin acknowledged their confidence is shaken.
Detroit Red Wings left wing Lucas Raymond (23) and Buffalo Sabres left wing Zach Benson (9) battle for the puck in the air during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Buffalo, N.Y., Monday, Dec. 9, 2024. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus) AP
The Red Wings are on the cusp of returning to the playoffs, and it's time for Steve Yzerman to elevate them at the NHL Trade Deadline.
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