The Detroit Red Wings are one of the many teams joining in on the Eastern Conference wild-card race. With a record of 22-21-5, the Red Wings sit four points behind a playoff spot.

Good starts like Thursday's vs. the Montreal Canadiens key to keeping the Detroit Red Wings in crowded Eastern Conference playoff race.

McLellan has put his stamp on the Red Wings a month into his tenure. They’re playing faster. They’re scoring more. They’re outshooting opponents most nights because of better puck possession and a newfound shot mentality.