The Big Cat Unleashed: DeBrincat ties a Red Wings Franchise Scoring Record

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Joshua Deeds
October 20, 2023 (8:37 PM)

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As the Detroit Red Wings embark on a rebuild, they added Alex DeBrincat to their roster. In addition to being a goal scorer, he is a hometown kid who fits the team's needs perfectly. This is perfect for the Yzerplan.

The former Ottawa Senators' star has put up eight points in four games since he was acquired. It's been great seeing him light the lamp with his hometown team.

Alex DeBrincat has factored on two of four Detroit goals so far tonight. How we feeling about his homecoming so far
@DetroitRedWings
fans?

Having scored eight points in five games, he tied franchise records set by Paul Coffey, Dutch Reibel, and Jud McAtee. With four points in four games, wearing the red, white, and winged wheel, he has tied the franchise record.

Alex DeBrincat has an NHL-high 8 points this season (5 G, 3 A).

That is tied for the most points through a player's first 4 games with the Red Wings all-time (Paul Coffey, Dutch Reibel & Jud McAtee).

Additionally, the NHLPA is recognizing him as Player of the Week for his outstanding play.

A start for
@Brinksy97
with the
@DetroitRedWings
as our NHLPA Player of the Week!

It is sure to be a tension-filled game when DeBrincat plays his former team, the Ottawa Senators, on Saturday.

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