The Detroit Red Wings were humbled in their opening game against the Montreal Canadiens. Since then, however, they have found their stride. After two straight wins over the Toronto Maple Leafs , they took on the two-time defending champion Florida Panthers on Wednesday night. Without Lucas Raymond, veteran forward Mason Appleton emerged as the star of the show.

Appleton, skating on the first line in Raymond's stead, scored twice against Florida. Patrick Kane added a goal himself, as well. Overall, Detroit took down Florida by a final score of 4-1. Appleton's performance gives him two goals in three games, including a game-winner against the Maple Leafs on Monday afternoon. Expand Tweet

The Red Wings forward was asked about his run of form after Wednesday's win. Appleton does not bel

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