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Red Wings Dominate Blues 5-2; Larkin Hits Milestone

10/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Detroit Red Wings opened a five-game road trip with a 5-2 win over St. Louis Blues.
Dylan Larkin scored two goals and an assist, his 250th career goal.
Alex DeBrincat and Ben Chiarot contributed, with DeBrincat netting his second goal.
The Red Wings moved to 7-3-0 and held Blues to four shots in the third.
Blues coach Todd McLellan praised Blues' practices, despite five straight losses.

History

Historical Context

The Detroit Red Wings ended a 42-year Stanley Cup drought in 1997, defeating the Philadelphia Flyers in a four-game sweep. This victory marked their eighth championship and revitalized hockey in Detroit, following a period of struggle since their last title in 1955. The team's success laid the groundwork for future achievements, including additional championships in 1998, 2002, and 2008.

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Story summary

The Detroit Red Wings opened a five-game road trip with a 5-2 win over St. Louis Blues.
Dylan Larkin scored two goals and an assist, his 250th career goal.
Alex DeBrincat and Ben Chiarot contributed, with DeBrincat netting his second goal.
The Red Wings moved to 7-3-0 and held Blues to four shots in the third.
Blues coach Todd McLellan praised Blues' practices, despite five straight losses.

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