In an exhilarating match on Wednesday night, Dylan Larkin’s overtime goal secured a thrilling 2-1 victory for the Detroit Red Wings against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Leading the way for Detroit (31-16-4), Simon Edvinsson contributed to the team’s offense alongside a solid performance from goaltender John Gibson, who made 30 saves. Larkin’s goal, coupled with an assist, showcased his impactful two-point performance.
Toronto (24-17-9) saw Scott Laughton netting a goal, with Joseph Woll putting up a strong defense with 39 saves.
The Red Wings continued their winning streak, boasting a 7-1-0 record in their last eight games. In contrast, the Maple Leafs struggled, going 1-2-2 in their recent five games following an impressive 8-0-2 streak.
Laughton and Edvinsson exchanged goals in the first period, with Edvinsson’s goal coming in the final seconds after a remarkable save by Woll.
The game-deciding moment arrived in overtime when Larkin capitalized on an opportunity after Moritz Seider’s steal from Maple Leafs’ Easton Cowan.
Despite Toronto’s efforts, captain Auston Matthews remained off the scoresheet. However, he had an impressive record of 10 goals since the start of 2026.
Injuries affected both teams, with veteran defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson missing the second period due to a lower-body injury. Star winger William Nylander sat out for the third consecutive game due to a groin issue.