Toronto — One area which hasn’t been a problem so far for the Red Wings has been goaltending.
So far.
That changed Wednesday, in a 6-3 loss to the Maple Leafs in Toronto in which stopping the puck in the first period became a major issue.
Jimmy Howard started but allowed three goals on four shots, then was replaced by Petr Mrazek, who allowed the first goal he faced before settling down, as the Red Wings couldn’t overcome the off night.
The Red Wings (4-3-0, 8 points) lost their second consecutive game in what was a supposed to be a litmus test to their quick start this season.