Red Wings Struggle to Find the Net During Homestand

Detroit averaged just 1.33 goals per game over their recent three-game homestand

Feb. 1, 2026 at 2:15pm

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The Detroit Red Wings have hit a scoring drought, managing just four goals over their recent three-game homestand. Captain Dylan Larkin acknowledged the team's inability to get the puck in the net, saying "It's just not getting it done, not getting to the final step." Coach Todd McLellan pointed to a lack of support and movement from the forwards, while the team's power play has also dried up, going 0-for-13 over the past four games.

Why it matters

Consistent goal-scoring has been a strength for the Red Wings this season, with the team scoring 3 or more goals in over 60% of their games. This recent slump is a concerning development as the team looks to maintain their playoff positioning in the competitive Central Division.

The details

Over the three-game homestand, the Red Wings scored just four total goals, their lowest output since an early November stretch where they scored twice in three games. Coach McLellan noted issues with the team's 5-on-5 play, saying "Right now offensively, we're not supporting each other well. We're not creating open ice for other people." The team's power play has also struggled, going 0-for-13 over the past four games.

  • On January 31, 2026, the Red Wings lost 5-0 to the Colorado Avalanche.
  • Over the three-game homestand from January 28 to January 31, 2026, the Red Wings scored a total of 4 goals.

The players

Dylan Larkin

The captain of the Detroit Red Wings, who acknowledged the team's inability to get the puck in the net during the recent homestand.

Todd McLellan

The head coach of the Detroit Red Wings, who pointed to issues with the team's 5-on-5 play and power play during the scoring drought.

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What they’re saying

“It's just not getting it done, not getting to the final step. The puck's not crossing the goal line.”

— Dylan Larkin, Captain (detroithockeynow.com)

“Right now offensively, we're not supporting each other well. We're not creating open ice for other people. We'll get the grade A ones, and then that's it.”

— Todd McLellan, Head Coach (detroithockeynow.com)

What’s next

The Red Wings will look to get their offense back on track as they hit the road for their next game against the St. Louis Blues on February 3, 2026.

The takeaway

This scoring drought is a concerning development for a Red Wings team that has relied on consistent goal-scoring to remain in playoff position. The team will need to find ways to generate more offense, both at even strength and on the power play, in order to get back on track.