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In a thrilling showdown, Simon Edvinsson emerged as the hero, netting the puck just 90 seconds into overtime, paving the way for a 3-2 victory for the Detroit Red Wings over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday night.

Detroit’s Star Performers

Patrick Kane was a key figure in Detroit’s triumph, registering a goal and an assist. Jonatan Berggren added to the tally, and goalie Cam Talbot showcased a remarkable performance, saving 32 shots, marking his 250th career victory. Notably, Kane found the back of the net during a second-period power play, his first goal since late October and his third of the season.

Pittsburgh’s Fight Back

Anthony Beauvillier and Bryan Rust were the scorers for Pittsburgh, with Beauvillier also having scored in the 7-1 defeat to Dallas earlier in the week. In a pre-match celebration, the Penguins honored Evgeni Malkin for his milestone 500th career goal scored against Buffalo on October 16. Alex Nedeljkovic, the former Red Wing, put up a solid defense for Pittsburgh with 28 saves.

Game Highlights and Key Takeaways

The victory for the Red Wings marked an end to a two-game losing streak. After suffering heavy defeats to New York and Winnipeg, this win provided a much-needed boost, making it three victories in their last five games.

The Penguins, on the other hand, may have lost in overtime but showed resilience, bouncing back from a severe home defeat against the Stars. Despite trailing 2-0, Pittsburgh rallied to push the game into overtime. However, their overall form remains a concern, with four losses in five and 10 in their last 13 games.

The Decisive Moment

The pivotal moment arrived in overtime when Alex DeBrincat, positioned in the corner, set up Edvinsson perfectly. Edvinsson seized the opportunity, defeating Nedeljkovic with a precise wrist shot from the slot.

Key Stat

Despite losing, Pittsburgh has an impressive record against Detroit, with points in 13 of their last 15 encounters. Additionally, the Penguins have maintained a 10-game home point streak against the Red Wings since January 13, 2018.

What’s Next?

The Red Wings’ quest for success continues as they embark on a four-game trip, with Anaheim being their next stop on Friday. Meanwhile, the Penguins are set to visit Columbus on Friday.

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