DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings have defeated good teams during this five-game winning streak, but perhaps their most significant game was their humbling 5-1 loss in the season-opener.

Red Wings ignite, shifting playoff odds. Sportsbooks remain wary, betting on a wild-card race despite Detroit's early divisional dominance.

Emmitt Finnie has performed well since training camp and he now appears to be a mainstay in the lineup for the red-hot Red Wings.

The others that were named the second and third stars of the week for October 13 were Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel and Colorado Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood. Larkin, Eichel, and Wedgewood are helping lead their teams to the top of the NHL standings so far this year and it is quite a sight.

One of Detroit's top prospects struggles as the Red Wings dominate. Can he break out, or is this a sign of things to come for the surprising NHL contenders?

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