This makes the matchup between the two teams crucial for both teams' playoff aspirations. Detroit Red Wings Playoff Hopes By the Numbers The Red Wings are five points back of the Pittsburgh Penguins for the second Wild Card spot. The Red Wings are 14 points back of the Tampa Bay Lightning for third in the Atlantic Division. The Oilers are tied for third in the Pacific Division with the Seattle Kraken.

The Oilers have won three of the last four matchups against the Wings. The Big Picture: Playoff Hopes on the Line The Red Wings need to win to secure their playoff spot, while the Oilers are fighting to make it into the top three of their division. The game promises to be an exciting matchup, with both teams vying for a postseason spot. With the Red Wings still fighting to catch up in the Eastern Conference and the Oilers vying for a postseason spot, every game counts.

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