Red Wings Secure 5-1 Win Over Utah, Snap Six-Game Road Losing Streak

Detroit's victory keeps their playoff hopes alive as goalie Petr Mrazek exits early with an injury, and Alex Lyon steps in to deliver a strong performance.

• Detroit's Alex Lyon made 16 saves after stepping in for injured goalie Petr Mrazek, who left the game early with a lower body injury.
• The Red Wings' scoring came from Elmer Soderblom, Marco Kasper, Austin Watson, Alex DeBrincat, and Tyler Motte, with Kasper's goal shifting momentum in the second period.
• Utah's Dylan Guenther scored the team's only goal on a power play, marking his 100th career point in the NHL.
• Detroit's penalty kill proved effective, successfully defending four out of five of Utah's power plays.
• The Red Wings remain three points out of an Eastern Conference wild-card spot, while Utah, six points out in the West, faces challenges in their playoff pursuit.

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