Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan didn’t hold back after his team’s painful loss to the Ottawa Senators, calling out the officiating for what he believed were questionable calls that impacted the game’s outcome.
The Red Wings, who have been fighting to stay in playoff contention, suffered a frustrating defeat, and McLellan made it clear that he wasn’t happy with how the game was called.
During his postgame press conference, McLellan expressed his frustration, pointing to key moments where penalties or missed calls may have shifted momentum in Ottawa’s favor. “We’re battling every night, and when the game isn’t being called consistently, it makes it tough,” he said. “I’m not saying we were perfect, but some of those calls changed everything.”
The Red Wings have faced a rough stretch in recent weeks, and this latest loss only adds to their frustrations. Fans and analysts have also debated the officiating, with some agreeing that Detroit seemed to be on the wrong end of a few crucial whistles.
While McLellan’s comments could draw attention from the league, they also send a strong message—Detroit won’t stay quiet if they feel they’re being treated unfairly on the ice.
