The Detroit Red Wings' offense showed signs of life in Buffalo on Thursday. It returned to dormancy in Columbus on Friday.
Detroit was blanked for the third time in four games by the Blue Jackets. The Red Wings hope their offense perks up in a home game against Atlantic Division leader Boston on Sunday afternoon. The Bruins have won six straight, including a 4-2 home victory over Arizona on Saturday.
The Wings had just 16 shots on goal in the 2-0 loss at Columbus. They have scored two or fewer goals in nine of their last 11 games.