Alex DeBrincat Calls Out Red Wings Teammates After Embarrassing Loss

Detroit Red Wings forward Alex DeBrincat spoke candidly about his team's performance following Friday night's 6-3 loss to the Seattle Kraken at Little Caesars Arena. Refusing to offer excuses, the veteran player offered a scathing assessment of his team's effort and defensive play. The defeat, which left Detroit with a 1-3-0 start to the 2026-27 season, highlighted the Red Wings' failure to consistently compete and support one another defensively.

DeBrincat specifically criticized his team's inability to withstand pressure, stating, "I think we got a little lazy and soft on pucks." He further acknowledged the severity of the loss, calling it a "wake-up call." DeBrincat also made it clear that Detroit needed to take no time off in terms of improvement, saying, "We know we’re not good enough to take any time off."

The loss, which saw the Red Wings outshot 41-25 and trailing 2-1 early in the second period, demonstrated the challenges Detroit faces in the new season. Despite possessing enough talent to compete, the team's failure to consistently execute the necessary "little things" that lead to victories remains a concern. As Detroit looks to break a decade-long playoff drought, the full weight of DeBrincat's message will be put to the test in their upcoming match against the Montreal Canadiens.