Home » Sports » NHL » Detroit Red Wings

The Daily: Red Wings Open Road Trip in Seattle; McKenna Nets Game Winner

Daily digest of Red Wings news and rumors, this edition focused on the team returning to play tonight as they start their road trip.

By Max Smith · Detroit Hockey Now

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 11:45 AM

Key Things to Know

Detroit begins a four-game road trip against Seattle, while Gavin McKenna scored Toronto's game-winner against San Jose.
The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the San Jose Sharks 3-1 to snap a three-game losing skid.
Dylan Larkin has been moved off Detroit's top line amid an ongoing trade request.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The Detroit Red Wings begin a four-game road trip against the Seattle Kraken following consecutive home wins, seeking revenge after a 6-3 defeat earlier this season. Meanwhile, rookie Gavin McKenna scored the game-winning goal for the Toronto Maple Leafs in a 3-1 victory over Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks, halting Toronto's three-game losing streak.

Detroit continues to navigate Dylan Larkin's looming trade request after the former captain lost his top-line center role due to recent struggles. In other league moves, the New York Rangers signed former Red Wings forward Luke Glendening to a PTO and added veteran goaltender James Reimer to their AHL affiliate.

Read the full article on Detroit Hockey Now

The Daily: Red Wings Open Road Trip in Seattle; McKenna Nets Game Winner

More Detroit Red Wings News

Never Miss a Sports Update