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Boston Bruins vs Detroit Red Wings: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Boston Bruins (13-4-1) visit the Detroit Red Wings (7-8-3) on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET, at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI. TV: TNT. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Detroit Red Wings vs Boston Bruins.

NHLWednesday, November 18, 2026

Boston Bruins13-4-1

7:30 PM ETNov 18, 2026

Detroit Red Wings7-8-3

DateNov 18, 2026

Time7:30 PM ET

VenueLittle Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TVTNT

Team comparison

Boston BruinsDetroit Red Wings

Goals per game

3.8

2.7

Goals allowed per game

2.3

3.1

13-4-1Record7-8-3

1st in Atlantic DivisionStanding8th in Atlantic Division

5-4Road record / home record4-6

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W4StreakL3

Team stats

Boston BruinsDetroit Red Wings

Goals Against Average

2.28

3.00

Shots Against per Game

28.3

25.4

Penalty Kill Percentage

77.0

69.0

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.72

2.61

Shots per Game

26.8

28.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

18.3

21.7

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

256

161

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Boston Bruins

James Hagens C · Back

Injured Reserve

Detroit Red Wings

Albert Johansson D · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Dylan Larkin C · Suspension

Injured Reserve

Simon Edvinsson D · Contract Dispute

Injured Reserve

Recent form

Boston BruinsWWWWL

Nov 8, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersW 4-1

Nov 5, 2026 · at Pittsburgh PenguinsW 6-2

Nov 2, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsW 3-2

Oct 31, 2026 · vs Chicago BlackhawksW 5-4

Oct 29, 2026 · at St. Louis BluesL 1-4

Detroit Red WingsLLLWL

Nov 7, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 0-4

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 1-2

Nov 3, 2026 · at Tampa Bay LightningL 2-4

Nov 2, 2026 · at Florida PanthersW 5-3

Oct 31, 2026 · vs St. Louis BluesL 4-5

Season series

Series starts 11/18

Feb 27, 2027DET 0, BOS 0

Jan 9, 2027BOS 0, DET 0

Dec 5, 2026DET 0, BOS 0

Nov 18, 2026BOS 0, DET 0

Team pages

Boston Bruins
Schedule, roster and stats

Detroit Red Wings
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Boston Bruins vs Detroit Red Wings?

The game is on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

How can I watch Boston Bruins vs Detroit Red Wings?

TV: TNT.

What are the records of the Boston Bruins and Detroit Red Wings?

Boston Bruins: 13-4-1. Detroit Red Wings: 7-8-3.

Who is injured for Boston Bruins vs Detroit Red Wings?

Listed out or doubtful: Boston Bruins: James Hagens. Detroit Red Wings: Albert Johansson, Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Boston Bruins vs Detroit Red Wings played?

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

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