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Updated October 2, 2026 at 11:58 AM ET with the latest available source data.
Preview for Friday, October 2, 2026. Schedule and player information can change.
New York Rangers at Detroit Red Wings
New York Rangers at Detroit Red Wings is scheduled for Friday, October 2 at 6:30 PM ET.
DailyFaceoff reports John Gibson for Red Wings, with status 'Likely', for this matchup. Starter listings can change before puck drop.
This preview does not have verified starter information for both teams. Check the latest team announcements before game time.
Rotowire lists Simon Edvinsson of the Detroit Red Wings with status 'Out'. Rotowire lists Dylan Larkin of the Detroit Red Wings with status 'Out'. Rotowire lists Jacob Bernard-Docker of the Detroit Red Wings with status 'injured reserve'. Rotowire lists Joonas Korpisalo of the New York Rangers with status 'injured reserve'. Rotowire lists Adam Sykora of the New York Rangers with status 'injured reserve'. These listings do not establish availability for this game.
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