This team is having fun again and suddenly has a new outlook on a season that was spiraling downward two weeks ago. Their 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Kane’s overtime goal was their fifth in a row under new coach Todd McLellan. The Red Wings (18-18-4) are just two points out of the final wild card playoff spot.

Such is the joy emanating from the Detroit Red Wings right now. To be sure, their goal of making the playoffs remains a challenge. Even with now a five-game winning streak, there's a handful of teams standing between the Wings and a wild-card spot,