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Alex DeBrincat scores in overtime as Red Wings defeat Sabres in preseason

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 1:57 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Alex DeBrincat scores in overtime as Red Wings defeat Sabres in preseason

Summary

Alex DeBrincat netted a power play goal 33 seconds into overtime, leading the Detroit Red Wings to a 3-2 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on September 24. The Red Wings rallied after falling behind, with Axel Sandin-Pellikka contributing a goal in the second period. The game featured a third-period confrontation leading to offsetting penalties for both teams. The Red Wings improved their preseason record to 2-0-1 and are set to conclude their exhibition schedule against the Columbus Blue Jackets on September 30.

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By the Numbers

•DeBrincat scored 33 seconds into overtime to secure the win.
•Sandin-Pellikka scored again, helping the Wings rally.
•The game included a confrontation resulting in multiple penalties.
•Next, the Red Wings face the Columbus Blue Jackets in their final preseason game.
•Detroit improves to a 2-0-1 preseason record.

Latest Updates

2:35 AMYahoo Sports — Alex DeBrincat Fights, Then Wins It in Overtime
2:03 AMYahoo Sports — DeBrincat Nets OT Winner as Red Wings Edge Sabres
1:57 AMYahoo Sports — Alex DeBrincat caps Detroit Red Wings rally in preseason win vs Sabres
1:54 AMYahoo Sports — DeBrincat power play goal in OT leads to 3-2 victory over Buffalo

What they're saying

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Detroit Red Wings score: Alex DeBrincat's snipe less than a minute into overtime gave the Wings a preseason win over the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday.
— Yahoo Sports