Detroit Red Wings Game Moved to Rare Afternoon Slot

Monday's matchup against Nashville Predators starts at 2 p.m. for prime time TV audience

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Detroit Red Wings' upcoming game against the Nashville Predators on Monday has been moved to a rare 2 p.m. local start time, rather than the typical evening slot. This scheduling change is being made to allow the NHL to broadcast the game in prime time for viewers.

Why it matters

The Red Wings have struggled this season, and moving their game to an afternoon slot is an unusual step to try to boost viewership and interest in the team. It's a strategic programming decision by the league to showcase the matchup during a more prominent viewing window.

The details

The Red Wings are coming off a 5-2 loss against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, in which captain Dylan Larkin recorded one assist and four shots in 16:09 of ice time. The team will now face the Nashville Predators on Monday, with the game time moved up several hours from the typical evening start.

  • The Red Wings lost to the Hurricanes on Saturday, March 1, 2026.
  • The Red Wings will play the Predators on Monday, March 3, 2026 at 2 p.m. local time.

The players

Dylan Larkin

Captain of the Detroit Red Wings.

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The takeaway

This scheduling change by the NHL is an attempt to boost viewership and interest in the struggling Red Wings by showcasing their matchup against the Predators during a more prominent prime time viewing window.