Detroit Red Wings vs. San Jose Sharks Game Today: Time, TV Channel for Late Start

Red Wings, Sharks Set for Late-Night Clash in Detroit

Puck Drop Set for 10:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+

The Detroit Red Wings and San Jose Sharks will face off in a late-night clash at Little Caesars Arena on Friday, with puck drop scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. The game will be televised on ESPN+, and fans can also stream the action on the NHL app or website. The Red Wings (16-15-6) are coming off a 3-2 overtime loss to the Arizona Coyotes on Wednesday. Jakub Vrana scored a power-play goal with just 1:05 remaining in regulation to force overtime, but Clayton Keller scored the game-winner for the Coyotes just 1:23 into the extra period. The Sharks (13-18-4) are also coming off a loss, a 4-1 defeat to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday. Erik Karlsson scored the lone goal for the Sharks, who have now lost three of their last four games. The Red Wings and Sharks have split their two meetings this season, with each team winning on home ice. The Red Wings won 4-2 in Detroit on October 13, while the Sharks won 4-1 in San Jose on December 30.

Players to Watch

* Dylan Larkin (DET): The Red Wings' leading scorer with 18 goals and 23 assists in 37 games. * Lucas Raymond (DET): The rookie forward has been a bright spot for the Red Wings this season, with 12 goals and 13 assists in 37 games. * Timo Meier (SJS): The Sharks' leading scorer with 18 goals and 17 assists in 35 games. * Erik Karlsson (SJS): The Sharks' top defenseman has 11 goals and 22 assists in 35 games.

Prediction

The Red Wings are a slight favorite in this game, but the Sharks are always a dangerous team on the road. I expect a close game, but I think the Red Wings will ultimately win 3-2.