Even now, Kane is often on the ice after practice, doing extra work. Red Wings linemate Alex DeBrincat has watched him do that since they played together for the Chicago Blackhawks from 2017-22.

Kane turned back the clock for the Red Wings in their victory over the Sabres, finishing the game with two goals and three assists. His production led the Wings and paved the way

But at least now the Wings (31-28-6) do so coming off a victory that featured as many goals as it did scrums, even if was against the worst team in the Eastern Conference. "It was great seeing everyone stick together,