Mrazek stops 36 shots as Red Wings shut out Oilers 4-0
EDMONTON — Detroit’s backup goalie proved to be more than up for the task for the Red Wings on Sunday.
Petr Mrazek made 36 saves and Martin Frk and Anthony Mantha each had a goal and an assist as the Red Wings beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-0.
“I thought he (Mrazek) was excellent,” said Detroit head coach Jeff Blashill. “He made some point-blank saves on Connor McDavid. We all know how good he is. Petr has put in tons of work in, both in the summer and in the moments he hasn’t been playing for the last bit. He’s put tons of work in, he’s improved his technique, he was totally ready for this opportunity and that’s great for Pete.”
Frans Nielsen and Gustav Nyquist also scored for the Red Wings (7-7-1), who have won three of their last four games.