Derek Lalonde feels like Detroit Red Wings should have beaten Panthers
In a game that saw the Detroit Red Wings coming off strong offensive performances, they were left frustrated as they faced off against the Florida Panthers. The night ended with a 2-0 shutout loss for the Red Wings, and head coach Derek Lalonde couldn't help but feel like they should have come out on top.
What did Derek Lalonde Say?
The Red Wings' offensive prowess came to a standstill on Thursday night as Panthers' goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky blanked them, resulting in a 2-0 defeat at Little Caesars Arena. Despite the best efforts of Red Wings' veteran goalie James Reimer, who made 25 saves, it wasn't enough to secure a victory.
“His first period was huge,” Lalonde said about Reimer. “They had some really good looks. I mean, his numbers are going to be astronomical. It's very unfortunate we didn't give him any goals tonight.”
Lalonde noted that it wasn't necessarily the Panthers' dominant performance but rather a night where Detroit struggled to find the back of the net.
“We just didn't find one tonight,” Red Wings head coach Derek Lalonde said. “I don't know if it was so much their game. They're a team that can create and score. I think both teams would be happy with their penalty kill and 5-on-5 (play). It's a one-goal game.”
Lalonde acknowledged that it was a night of missed opportunities for the Red Wings, where the outcome could have been different if a few bounces had gone their way.
“I'll have to watch it back,” Lalonde said. “Just one of those nights where obviously we hit a couple posts. It feels like this could have been a three-point game, but it wasn't.”
TL;DR (too long didn't read)
- Detroit Red Wings, known for their strong offensive performance, were shut out 2-0 by the Florida Panthers, thanks to Sergei Bobrovsky's excellent goaltending.
- Coach Derek Lalonde expressed frustration, believing the Red Wings had missed opportunities to secure a win.
- Despite the loss, the game showcased strong penalty kill and 5-on-5 play by both teams.
Bottom Line: Tough Night for Red Wings
It was a tough night for the Detroit Red Wings, who were left ruing missed chances and a fortunate bounce that favored the Florida Panthers. Despite their strong offensive capabilities, the Red Wings couldn't find the back of the net, leaving head coach Derek Lalonde disappointed with the outcome. This game serves as a reminder of the fine margins in professional hockey, where a game can turn on a single bounce of the puck.
