The Wings (31-29-6) made a hard push for a rally in the third period, but it wasn't enough to avoid their seventh loss in regulation in their past eight games. Michael Rasmussen used his 10th goal of the season to get the Wings within a goal 2:53 into the third period,

Jordan Martinook had a goal and an assist, and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 on Tuesday night. Jordan Staal also scored for Carolina in its third win in four games. Frederik Andersen stopped 24 shots.

After snapping their losing streak, the Detroit Red Wings are hoping they can build some momentum, though they have a tough test when they visit the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday night.