Detroit Red Wings left wing J.T. Compher is congratulated by right wing Vladimir Tarasenko after scoring against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) AP

The Detroit Red Wings took control of the puck early, but a late goal from Columbus lifted the Blue Jackets to a 5-3 win on Saturday in the Stadium Series, leapfrogging the Red Wings to take sole possession of the first Eastern Conference wild-card spot.

Detroit dropped a second game in a row to Columbus, this time outdoors at Ohio Stadium, making its path to the playoffs even tougher.