1 Red Wings (Jan 3, 2026) Game Recap
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Key Points:
- Bryan Rust and Yegor Chinakhov scored first-period goals to help the Pittsburgh Penguins defeat the Detroit Red Wings 4-1, securing their fourth consecutive win.
- Sidney Crosby extended his point streak to six games with two assists, accumulating four goals and six assists during this period and totaling 53 points in 40 career games against Detroit.
- Alex DeBrincat scored his 22nd goal of the season for Detroit, while goalie John Gibson made 27 saves despite the loss.
- Rickard Rakell and Connor Dewar added empty-net goals in the final minute to seal the Penguins' victory.
- The Penguins will face Columbus on Sunday, and the Red Wings will visit Ottawa on Monday.
