The Detroit Red Wings find themselves in a precarious position as they near the end of the season, struggling to secure a playoff berth with only 14 games remaining. After a promising start, the team has faltered, winning just twice in their last ten games and dropping to the bottom of the NHL standings. Both young and veteran players acknowledge the urgent need for improvement as they prepare for a tough final stretch that includes games against top contenders like the Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche.

Coach Todd McLellan emphasizes that age cannot be used as an excuse for the team's struggles during this critical period of 'big boy hockey.' With players like Dylan Larkin and Patrick Kane underperforming, the Wings seek to recapture the momentum they had early in the season. The pressure is on for the entire roster to step up, and with only five home games left, time is running out.