Red Wings Rout Flyers, Keeping Playoff Hopes Alive

Detroit's top players step up with big performances to secure crucial win over division rival.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 3:11am

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The Detroit Red Wings kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a decisive 6-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. Led by standout performances from defenseman Mo Seider and captain Dylan Larkin, the Red Wings overcame an early deficit and pulled away in the second and third periods to earn a much-needed two points.

Why it matters

The Red Wings have struggled to string together wins in recent weeks, making this victory over a division rival crucial as they try to claw their way back into the playoff picture. With time running out, Detroit needs to capitalize on every opportunity to gain ground on the teams ahead of them.

The details

Alex DeBrincat opened the scoring with his 40th goal of the season, becoming the first Red Wings player to reach that milestone in over 15 years. Mo Seider then scored and added four assists, while Dylan Larkin recorded a hat trick to power Detroit's offensive outburst. The Red Wings built a comfortable 6-2 lead by the third period, a rarity for a team that has struggled to hold onto leads lately.

  • The Red Wings and Flyers have faced off twice in the past two weeks prior to this game.
  • DeBrincat's goal was scored on the power play in the early stages of the first period.
  • Seider and Larkin's goals came during an explosive second period that saw Detroit take control of the game.
  • Larkin completed his hat trick with a third-period goal to put the Red Wings up 6-2.

The players

Mo Seider

The Red Wings' star defenseman, who finished the night with a goal and four assists, setting a new career high in points.

Dylan Larkin

The Red Wings' captain, who scored a hat trick to lead the offensive charge and reach a personal milestone.

Alex DeBrincat

The Red Wings forward who scored his 40th goal of the season, becoming the first Detroit player to reach that mark in over 15 years.

Todd McLellan

The Red Wings' head coach, who praised his team's ability to maintain their lead and secure a much-needed victory.

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What they’re saying

“Obviously it's nice but the two points for the team obviously mean a little more.”

— Mo Seider, Defenseman

“I can't say enough good things about him and how tough he is. How hard he is. Those guys don't grow on trees.”

— Dylan Larkin, Captain

“We created opportunities for ourselves, and then when you get to five, it feels a bit better. Obviously six feels real good. We haven't had that cushion for a long, long time, so it felt different. It felt good.”

— Todd McLellan, Head Coach

What’s next

The Red Wings will look to build on this momentum when they face the New Jersey Devils this weekend, as they continue their push for a playoff spot.

The takeaway

This decisive victory over a division rival could provide the spark the Red Wings need to string together the wins required to secure a postseason berth. With their top players leading the way, Detroit has shown they can compete with the best when they play to their potential.