The Detroit Red Wings have been eliminated from the postseason for the 10th consecutive season after a 5-3 loss to the New Jersey Devils. They are set to face the Tampa Bay Lightning next in an attempt to match their best record in a decade with 93 points.
It's all over but the crying, for these Detroit Red Wings.
The Wings will face the playoff-bound Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Fla.
Follow along for updates as the Red Wings try to equal their best record in 10 years with 93 points.
Mar 12, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli (71) and Detroit Red Wings left wing J.T. Compher (37) battle for positions in the second period at Benchmark International Arena.
Mar 12, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli (71) and Detroit Red Wings left wing J.T. Compher (37) battle for positions in the second period at Benchmark International Arena.
How to watch Red Wings vs. Lightning
▶ Faceoff: 7 p.m. Monday, Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, Fla.
▶ TV/radio: FDSN/97.1
▶ Outlook: The Wings (41-30-9, 91 points) close out their season with a two-game trip to Florida, beginning in Tampa (49-25-6, 104 points). ... The Lightning have won two of the three games between the teams this season. ... RW Nikita Kucherov (85 assists, 128 points) has put together an MVP-caliber season.
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Why were the Detroit Red Wings eliminated from the playoffs this season?
The Detroit Red Wings were eliminated from the playoffs after losing 5-3 to the New Jersey Devils, marking their 10th consecutive season without postseason play.
What is the significance of the Red Wings' upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Lightning?
The game against the Tampa Bay Lightning is significant as the Red Wings aim to equal their best record in 10 years with a total of 93 points.
How long has it been since the Red Wings made the playoffs?
The Detroit Red Wings have not made the playoffs for 10 consecutive seasons, with this year marking the latest elimination.
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