Detroit Red Wings vs New York Islanders November 21 2024 Game Summary and Gallery

The Detroit Red Wings secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over the New York Islanders in a game that came down to the wire at Little Caesars Arena on November 21, 2024. The Red Wings overcame a one-goal deficit in the third period to clinch the win, improving their home record to 4-4-1.

Pavel Datsyuk Honored

Before the game, the Detroit Red Wings organization held a special ceremony to honor Pavel Datsyuk, one of the franchise’s most beloved players. Datsyuk, who played for the Red Wings from 2001 to 2016, was celebrated for his incredible skill, sportsmanship, and contributions to the team’s success during his tenure and induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame.

The ceremony included a video tribute highlighting Datsyuk’s career achievements, including his two Stanley Cup victories with the Red Wings in 2002 and 2008, his four consecutive Lady Byng Memorial Trophies, and his three consecutive Frank J. Selke Trophies. Datsyuk, visibly moved by the tribute, received a standing ovation from the packed Little Caesars Arena crowd.

In a touching moment, current Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin presented Datsyuk with a commemorative plaque on behalf of the organization. The Red Wings also announced that they would be retiring Datsyuk’s number 13 jersey later in the season, cementing his legacy in Detroit hockey history.

Game Overview

Scoring Summary

1st Period

• NYI – Simon Holmstrom (3) – Assisted by Scott Mayfield (4) – 5:51

2nd Period

• No goals

3rd Period

• DET – Jonatan Berggren (3) – Assisted by J.T. Compher (4) – 15:14
• DET – Lucas Raymond (3) – Assisted by Dylan Larkin (5) and Simon Edvinsson (6) – 19:08

Shots on Goal

Game Highlights

1. Simon Holmstrom opened the scoring for the Islanders with a tip-in goal assisted by Scott Mayfield at 5:51 of the first period.
2. The game remained 1-0 in favor of the Islanders through two periods, with both goaltenders putting on strong performances.
3. Jonatan Berggren tied the game for Detroit at 15:14 of the third period, capitalizing on a breakaway opportunity after Alexander Romanov’s stick broke.
4. With just 51 seconds remaining in regulation, Lucas Raymond scored the game-winning goal for the Red Wings, assisted by Dylan Larkin and Simon Edvinsson.

Goaltender Performance

• NYI – Ilya Sorokin: 29 saves on 31 shots
• DET – Alex Lyon: 22 saves on 23 shots

Special Teams

• Islanders Power Play: 0/1
• Red Wings Power Play: 0/3
• Islanders Penalty Kill: 3/3

Key Statistics

• Faceoff Win Percentage: NYI 53.1%, DET 46.9%
• Hits: NYI 25, DET 29
• Blocked Shots: NYI 15, DET 12
• Giveaways: NYI 8, DET 6

Stars of the Game

1. Lucas Raymond (DET) – 1 goal (game-winner)
2. Jonatan Berggren (DET) – 1 goal
3. Simon Holmstrom (NYI) – 1 goal

Impact on Standings

This win improves the Red Wings’ record to 8-9-2, while the Islanders fall to 7-8-5. The loss extends the Islanders’ winless streak to three games (0-2-1) and concludes their five-game road trip with a 1-2-2 record.

Looking Ahead

The Islanders will return home to host the St. Louis Blues on Hockey Fights Cancer night on Saturday at UBS Arena. The Red Wings will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.

This hard-fought victory showcased the Red Wings’ resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while the Islanders will need to regroup and find ways to close out games more effectively in the future.

Photos: Tim Jarrold – In Play! magazine

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