DeBrincat, who grew up in Farmington Hills cheering for the Wings, is often noticeable around opponent's nets, where he doesn't let what he gives up in size differential deter him from buzzing around and going to dirty areas. In fact, he relishes it.

Elmer Soderblom and Marco Kasper also scored for the Red Wings (33-31-6), who had lost eight of 10 (2-8-0) and ended a six-game road losing streak. Petr Mrazek made one save before leaving at 1:38 of the first period with an undisclosed injury. Alex Lyon stopped 16 of 17 shots in relief.