Kane Giveth, Kane Taketh Away - Detroit's Comeback Fails, Playoff Hopes Fade - Apr. 5th, 2026

This (shocked) Detroit Red Wings podcast covers the unbelievable loss in Hockeytown after Patrick Kane's penalty, plus game recaps for McLellan's squad's last 3 games. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis breaks down just how outside the playoff picture Yzerman's team is.

(00:00) - Intro & Complete Shock Three games, three different outcomes - the variety pack nobody wanted to experience for Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond & Co.

(03:55) - Red Wings vs Flyers Game Recap John Gibson bounces back with a strong performance as Alex DeBrincat, Andrew Copp, and Patrick Kane lead the offense. Simon Edvinsson also rebounds and displays some sweet offensive flair.

(09:55) - Detroit vs. New York Rangers Game Recap Detroit falls flat against New York despite them being one of the worst teams in the league. Axel Sandin-Pellikka gets back in the lineup and Dylan Larkin leads the team in shots on one leg. What does this loss say about the roster Steve Yzerman constructed and their playoff worthiness?

(21:55) - Red Wings vs. Wild Game Recap - Comeback and Kane's Penalty Patrick Kane's late penalty costs Detroit in spectacular fashion after the Red Wings had a monumental 3 goal comeback vs. Minnesota.

(40:30) - Playoff Push - Is It Over? Where the Red Wings sit in the Eastern Conference NHL Playoff race, and thought's on the players' response to pressure & criticism.

(58:25) - Red Wings News Updates Max Plante's future, Noah Dower-Nilsson signs his ELC, and what's next for the Grand Rapids Griffins. Are Danielson, Brandsegg-Nygard, Mazur, and others all expected to graduate?

(1:03:40) - NHL News - Islanders Coaching Change Patrick Roy fired again as the New York Islanders bring in Pete DeBoer LATE in the season.

(1:09:55) - Overtime Q&A Your questions about the playoff race and what comes next for Steve Yzerman's squad.

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