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Alex DeBrincat Fights, Scores OT Winner Against Sabres In Feisty Preseason Tilt

During an exhibition matchup on Thursday, the Detroit Red Wings secured a three to two overtime victory against the Buffalo Sabres. Forward Alex DeBrincat delivered the decisive blow with a power-play one-timer just thirty-three seconds into the extra period, capping off an evening that also featured a double fight involving DeBrincat and teammate Moritz Seider.

Head coach Todd McLellan praised the physical play as a sign of leadership and a step toward building a tougher team identity, though DeBrincat acknowledged that dropping the gloves should not become the primary focus of his on-ice contribution. Meanwhile, the Sabres saw goaltender Alex Lyon depart the contest early due to an injury.

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