Detroit — A major theme surrounding the Red Wings for the past couple weeks has been the need to maintain the winning culture around the organization. This is an organization that’s made the playoffs 25 consecutive seasons — but chances of extending it to 26 are slim to none with three weeks left in the regular season.
So, if nothing else, coach Jeff Blashill wants this particular roster to keep grinding, working hard and winning.
One night after a disappointing loss to the league’s worst team, Colorado, Detroit showed some will in a 5-4 shootout victory over Arizona late Thursday.