Detroit — As far as memorable games between the Red Wings and Colorado Avalanche go, this one will not be drawn into the conversation.
But for the Red Wings these days, this season, a win is a win, and Saturday’s 5-1 victory over the dreadful Avalanche will be enjoyed all the same.
Especially the way it unfolded.
Tomas Tatar scored two third-period goals, only 1 minute, 36 seconds apart, breaking a tie and the Red Wings wound up scoring four answered goals.
Dylan Larkin added a power-play goal and Gustav Nyquist scored the capper, sending the Red Wings (28-31-11, 67 points) to their second consecutive victory.