John Gibson Hits Red Wings Milestone Last Achieved By Chris Osgood

The Detroit Red Wings have surged to the top of the Atlantic Division, regaining momentum behind another red-hot stretch that has seen them win eight of their last ten games. A major driving force behind that success has been the stellar play of goaltender John Gibson.

Acquired on day two of the 2025 NHL Draft, Gibson arrived in Detroit eager for a fresh start and the opportunity to reestablish himself as a full-time starter. That optimism was quickly tested, however, as he opened the season with a 4-7-1 record and a 3.59 goals-against average through his first 13 appearances, raising early questions about his fit in the Motor City.

Those doubts did not last long. Gibson found his rhythm and then some, returning to top form and elevating his play to another level. The Pittsburgh native went on to win 17 of his next 19 starts, posting an impressive 2.00 goals-against average and a .931 save percentage along the way. 

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During that dominant run, Gibson reached milestones rarely seen in Detroit. His win over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday marked his second eight-game winning streak of the season, making him the first Red Wings goaltender to accomplish that feat since Chris Osgood did it during the 1995-96 season.

Now 32, Gibson has put together an impressive overall campaign, compiling a 21-9-1 record with a 2.62 goals-against average and a .906 save percentage across 32 games.

He has become everything the Red Wings hoped for when they brought him in, and more. Just as he stated upon joining the organization, Gibson’s focus has not been on individual accolades but on helping Detroit return to the playoffs, a goal that now looks well within reach.

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