Detroit Red Wings vs New Jersey Devils Game Summary
November 29, 2024
The New Jersey Devils emerged victorious in a high-scoring affair against the Detroit Red Wings, winning 5-4 at Little Caesars Arena on November 29, 2024. The game showcased the Devils’ potent power play, which proved to be the difference-maker in this closely contested match.
Game Overview
- Final Score: New Jersey Devils 5, Detroit Red Wings 4
- Attendance: 19,515
- Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit
Scoring Summary
1st Period
- 3:41 – DET: Vladimir Tarasenko (3) [PP], Assists: Jeff Petry (3), J.T. Compher (5)
- 9:22 – DET: Lucas Raymond (7), Assists: Vladimir Tarasenko (7), Marco Kasper (3)
- 16:05 – NJ: Dougie Hamilton (4) [PP], Assists: Nico Hischier (12), Jack Hughes (18)
- 18:00 – NJ: Timo Meier (8) [PP], Assists: Luke Hughes (5), Tomas Tatar (6)
2nd Period
- 1:26 – DET: Tyler Motte (1), Assists: Ben Chiarot (3), J.T. Compher (6)
- 11:10 – NJ: Nico Hischier (14), Assists: Timo Meier (9), Johnathan Kovacevic (8)
- 16:49 – NJ: Stefan Noesen (11), Unassisted
3rd Period
- 3:05 – NJ: Jack Hughes (9) [PP], Assists: Dougie Hamilton (15), Jesper Bratt (19)
- 3:27 – DET: Justin Holl (1), Assists: Andrew Copp (4), Alex DeBrincat (11)
Team Statistics
- Shots on Goal: New Jersey 29, Detroit 28
- Hits: New Jersey 30, Detroit 19
- Penalty Minutes: New Jersey 13, Detroit 13
- Faceoff Win Percentage: New Jersey 46.8%, Detroit 53.2%
Special Teams
The Devils’ power play was the key factor in their victory, going 3-for-4 on the night. Detroit’s penalty kill, which has been struggling this season (league-worst 60% success rate), was unable to contain New Jersey’s man-advantage opportunities.
Game Highlights
- The Red Wings jumped to an early 2-0 lead in the first period.
- New Jersey’s power play came alive late in the first, scoring twice to tie the game.
- The teams traded goals in the second period, with the Devils taking a 4-3 lead into the third.
- Jack Hughes’ power-play goal early in the third proved to be the game-winner.
- Justin Holl’s quick response for Detroit wasn’t enough to force overtime.
Player Spotlights
- Jack Hughes (NJ): 1 goal, 1 assist
- Nico Hischier (NJ): 1 goal, 1 assist
- Vladimir Tarasenko (DET): 1 goal, 1 assist
- Lucas Raymond (DET): Continued his goal-scoring streak, now at 5 games
Goaltender Performance
- Jacob Markstrom (NJ): 25 saves on 29 shots
- Cam Talbot (DET): 25 saves on 30 shots
Looking Ahead
The Red Wings fall to 10-11-2 as they prepare to face the Vancouver Canucks at home.
Photos: Glenn Gervais – In Play! magazine
