Red Wings Win Third Straight After Overtime Controversy Against Kings

The Detroit Red Wings extended their winning streak to three games with a 4-3 shootout victory over the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena. The game featured a dramatic comeback by the Kings, who erased a two-goal deficit late in the third period to force overtime, but a controversial call in overtime overturned a Kings' goal, allowing the Red Wings to eventually win in the shootout. Detroit's special teams played a strong role, including a key short-handed goal by Alex Laferriere for the Kings and power-play goals by the Red Wings, notably from Marco Kasper and Alex DeBrincat. Goalie Cam Talbot's confident performance was crucial for Detroit, making significant saves early and throughout the game. The Kings, despite the loss, maintained an NHL-high seven-game point streak. The match marked a notable return for Red Wings coach Todd McLellan to the Kings' home arena since his 2024 firing, adding emotional intensity to the contest.