Ottawa Senators vs Detroit Red Wings Final Score, Oct. 6, 2026
Ottawa Senators8-4-0, 16 pts
Detroit Red Wings4-4-3, 11 ptsThe Ottawa Senators vs Detroit Red Wings final score on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026: the Red Wings beat the Senators 5-3. The Red Wings led 2-1 after the first, and after the third it was Senators 3, Red Wings 5.
Senators vs Red Wings Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score.
Senators vs Red Wings Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Red Wings play at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
| Matchup | Ottawa Senators at Detroit Red Wings |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Final |
| TV | ESPN+ |
| Venue | Little Caesars Arena, Detroit |
| Home team | Detroit Red Wings (Detroit, United States) |
| Away team | Ottawa Senators |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Senators 3, Red Wings 5 |
Senators vs Red Wings in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Senators and the Red Wings meet 4 times in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Red Wings lead the season series 1-0. Every meeting is listed below with its result or start time, and each one opens that game's own page.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 6 | 1-2, 1-2, 1-1 | ESPN+ | Final | |
| Thu, Feb 25 | Detroit Red WingsDETOttawa SenatorsOTT | DSN | Scheduled | |
| Tue, Mar 30 | Ottawa SenatorsOTTDetroit Red WingsDET | DSN | Scheduled | |
| Sun, Apr 4 | Detroit Red WingsDETOttawa SenatorsOTT | DSN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Senators and Red Wings
The Senators are 8-4-0, 2nd in the Atlantic Division with 16 points and a last-10 record of 6-4-0. The Red Wings are 4-4-3, 7th in the Atlantic with 11 points and 4-3-3 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 8-4-0 | 16 | 5-2-0 | 3-2-0 | 38 | 34 | W1 | 6-4-0 | WLWLW | |
| 11 | 4-4-3 | 11 | 3-3-1 | 1-1-2 | 29 | 34 | L1 | 4-3-3 | LWOTWW |
Next Game for the Senators and the Red Wings
Ottawa Senators
The Senators next play at Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET on Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | Ottawa SenatorsOTT Vegas Golden KnightsVGK | Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
Detroit Red Wings
The Red Wings next play at Edmonton Oilers on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET on ESPN+.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | Detroit Red WingsDET Edmonton OilersEDM | ESPN+ | Scheduled |
FAQ About Senators vs Red Wings
Who won Senators vs Red Wings on Oct. 6, 2026?
The Red Wings beat the Senators 5-3. Final score: Ottawa Senators 3, Detroit Red Wings 5.
What was the Senators vs Red Wings score by period?
The Red Wings led 2-1 after the first, and after the third it was Senators 3, Red Wings 5.
Did Senators vs Red Wings go to overtime?
No. The game was decided in regulation.
Where is Senators vs Red Wings being played?
At Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, home of the Detroit Red Wings. The Ottawa Senators are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Senators or the Red Wings?
The Senators. They are 8-4-0 with 16 points, against 4-4-3 and 11 points for the Red Wings.
How many times do the Senators and Red Wings play in 2026-27?
4 times. 1 game has been played and the Red Wings lead the season series 1-0.
Does Senators vs Red Wings count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
When do the Senators and Red Wings play again?
On Thursday, Feb. 25, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, Detroit Red Wings at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)