DeBrincat, who grew up in Farmington Hills cheering for the Wings, is often noticeable around opponent's nets, where he doesn't let what he gives up in size differential deter him from buzzing around and going to dirty areas. In fact, he relishes it.

The Red Wings had a hard time stopping the Golden Knights' Tomas Hertl, who had a hat trick Saturday night as Vegas knocked off Detroit 6-3. Jack Eichel had a goal and three assists while Nicolas Roy and Mark Stone also scored for Vegas,