Detroit Red Wings Season Review

The Detroit Red Wings have had a very good comeback season as the reigning Stanley Cup champions. Despite the fact that they are in 3rd place overall, they have been a very dominating team in the NHL, and they are only 4 points away from the first place spot. The Detroit Red Wings set an NHL record this season for going 9 seasons with 100 points or more. Not many teams have had consecutive seasons with at least 100 points. They lead the league with 3.59 goals per game, and have the best power play percentage of 25.5%. Detroit out shoots their opponent almost every game, and they lead the league with shots on goal per game. On the other side, Detroit does have a weakness that could prevent them from winning the cup this season. They do not have the most reliable goal tending out there. Chris Osgood is starting to see the effects of aging in his play. He did guide them to the cup last year, but he is not as solid as he used to be. At the other goalie position, Ty Conklin might not have enough experience to lead them to the cup. Detroit has still managed to claim the 3rd place position with average goal tending, and they are still a huge threat going into the playoffs.