Now getting to see Raymond through eight games and daily practices, McLellan is understanding how good a player Raymond is, and can be in the future.

Albert Johansson nabs his first NHL goal, the Detroit power play stays scorching hot, Marco Kasper finds a top line home, and other notes from the Red Wings 5–3 win over the Blackhawks

Albert Johansson's first NHL goal was a highlight of the Detroit Red Wings' 6th straight win, a 5-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks at LCA.

DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings are pleased with the energy rookie Marco Kasper brings with his staking, forechecking and defensive play. It hasn’t translated to offense, but an opportunity on the top line with Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond might help the team’s top pick from 2022 boost his production a little.

Notes from the Red Wings' Thursday practice, focusing on lines and injuries heading into Friday's game against the Blackhawks

As the Red Wings reach the midway point, let's assess each player based on performance and expectations heading into this season.

“Anytime a young man scores his first goal in the league, everybody’s so excited, like the bench, trainers, coaches, and certainly Albert,” McLellan said. “We’re really excited and over and above the goal itself, he had really good instincts to go to that hole.

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin (71) celebrates along with defenseman Moritz Seider (53) after right wing Patrick Kane (88) scores the game-winning goal to defeat the Ottawa Senators during overtime Tuesday. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) AP