Detroit — An integral ingredient, now missing, would help support the Red Wings against surging opponents intent on thrashing them.
It is something Henrik Zetterberg provided. It is just one reason he achieved stardom, served as a role mode and received respect all around the NHL.
The Wings could have used it in the 8-2 loss to the Bruins and the 7-3 loss to the Canadiens.
They might need it Thursday against the Lightning.
When an onslaught began, and the Wings fell behind, invariably, Zetterberg performed a couple rock steady shifts.