Red Wings Turn to Tarasov as Losing Streak Reaches Five

The Detroit Red Wings will visit the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena on November 14, looking to halt a run of five straight losses. Detroit enters the game with a 7-10-3 record and will make changes after Thursday’s 5-4 defeat to Florida.

The Red Wings led the Panthers 4-1 before conceding four consecutive goals. John Gibson stopped 24 of 29 shots in the loss. Daniil Tarasov is set to start against Tampa Bay, with Gibson listed as his backup.

Michael Rasmussen is also expected back in the lineup, replacing Mason Appleton. Rasmussen was a healthy scratch against Florida. Coach Todd McLellan had said two days earlier that Rasmussen’s play had dropped off, giving the forward an opportunity to respond with his return.

Carter Mazur remains in the projected forward group, while Marco Kasper is looking to build his playing time after returning from injury. Detroit’s projected lines include Alex DeBrincat, Emmitt Finnie and Victor Arvidsson on the top unit.

The Lightning have yet to lose at home this season. Detroit is averaging 2.65 goals per game, and will need stronger play beyond its lineup adjustments to end the skid. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Eastern.