Red Wings defeat Senators 5-3, handing Ottawa first loss of season

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Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Red Wings defeat Senators 5-3, handing Ottawa first loss of season
Summary

The Detroit Red Wings secured their first win of the season by defeating the Ottawa Senators 5-3 on October 6. Alex DeBrincat led Detroit with two goals and an assist, while the Senators struggled with scoring despite some late-game pressure. The Red Wings opened strong, leading 4-1 early in the second period. Although Ottawa rallied, including a goal by Drake Batherson, they could not level the score. DeBrincat's empty-net goal in the final minute sealed the outcome for Detroit. Ottawa, now 2-1, will host its home opener against the Philadelphia Flyers on October 7.

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  • •Red Wings improve to 1-2-0 with the victory.
  • •Senators drop to 2-1-0 after their first loss of the season.
  • •DeBrincat scores two goals and assists in Detroit's win.
  • •Batherson and Eklund each contribute goals for Ottawa.
  • •Senators face the Flyers in their home opener on October 7.
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  • 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Out Of Gas: Red Wings Hand Senators Their First Loss
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The previously winless Red Wings defeated the Senators 5-3 in a scrappy game on Tuesday night.

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