The Detroit Red Wings are ready to host the Florida Panthers to start the high-voltage NHL game on October 15, 2025, at 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT. In their last games, the Florida Panthers lost 5-2 to the Philadelphia Flyers, while the Detroit Red Wings defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2.
Detroit is sixth in the league with a 25% power play success percentage, while Florida ranks fourth with a similarly potent power play of 35.3%. The Red Wings' strong 85.7% penalty kill, which is ranked 11th in the NHL, is inferior to the Panthers' flawless 100% penalty kill, which is the best in the league.
Detroit is leading the faceoff circle with 47.7% of draws (ranked 22nd), and Florida is trailing slightly behind with 45.4% (ranked 25th). The Red Wings rank ninth offensively with an average of 3.33 goals per game, while the Panthers are in 14th place with 3.25 goals per game.
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Detroit Red Wings vs Florida Panthers: Date and puck-drop time
The thrilling NHL game between the Detroit Red Wings and the Florida Panthers is set to take place on October 15, 2025, at 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.
| Date | October 15, 2025 |
| Puck-Drop Time | 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT |
| Venue | Little Caesars Arena |
| Location | Detroit, Michigan |
How to watch Detroit Red Wings vs Florida Panthers on TV & stream live online
TV channel: TNT
Streaming service: DirecTV Stream
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Detroit Red Wings vs Florida Panthers team news
Detroit Red Wings team news
Patrick Kane has four points, one goal, and three assists.
Cam Talbot has a stellar .925 save percentage, a 2.11 goals-against average, and a 2-0-0 record.
John Gibson has a .615 save percentage, an 8.06 GAA, and a 0-1-0 record.
Detroit Red Wings injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| Lucas Raymond | Upper body injury | Day-to-Day |
| Nate Danielson | Undisclosed | Out |
Florida Panthers team news
Sergei Bobrovsky is 3-0-0 with a .925 save percentage and an impressive 1.67 goals-against average.
Daniil Tarasov has a 3.11 GAA, a .850 save percentage, and a 0-1-0 record.
Brad Marchand now has three points, two goals, and one assist.
Florida Panthers injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| Dmitry Kulikov | Upper body injury | Out |
| Tomas Nosek | Knee injury | Out |
Detroit Red Wings and Florida Panthers head-to-head record
The Florida Panthers have a slim 3-2 advantage against the Detroit Red Wings in their previous five head-to-head meetings, with both teams trading victories. The Panthers have demonstrated their ability to dominate games on defense, winning close games like a 3-2 victory in March 2024 while also securing resounding wins like 4-0 and 4-1.
The Red Wings have demonstrated their ability to overcome Florida's structure, winning two games in 2025, including a commanding 5-2 victory. Florida's strong special teams will likely be key factors in this clash, which is expected to be another close contest. Detroit's balanced scoring and better defensive performance may keep the score close well into the third period.
| Date | Results |
|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2025 | Panthers 4-1 Red Wings |
| Apr 07, 2025 | Red Wings 2-1 Panthers |
| Jan 17, 2025 | Red Wings 5-2 Panthers |
| Mar 30, 2024 | Panthers 3-2 Red Wings |
| Mar 03, 2024 | Panthers 4-0 Red Wings |