Detroit at New York

Detroit is on a 6-3-1 run. You need defense to contend on the road and Detroit is 13-6-2 away, ranked #11 in the NHL in goals allowed. They are 2-1 straight up their last three games as a dog, winning 2-1 each time at San Jose and at Anaheim. The Red Wings are on a 6-1 run on the road, plus 8-3 playing on one day of rest. Goalie Petr Mrazek (17-9-4) is in net and has won six consecutive road starts, including a 3-0 shutout at Buffalo his last start while posting a 1.16 goals-against average, and is 6-1-1 with a 1.24 GAA in his past eight overall starts. The New York Islanders are home, but are 4-10 against the Atlantic Division, making this a great spot for the talented dog with the hot goalie. Play Detroit.