The Wings dropped a defensive-minded 2-1 decision Saturday to the Bruins after winning a similar effort two days prior against the Islanders.

The Detroit Red Wings couldn't pull off another comeback, even with two extra skaters. Saturday against the Boston Bruins was a grind in a 2-1 loss.

DETROIT –- Brad Marchand scored with 8:30 remaining in the third period, and the Boston Bruins defeated the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday. Jeremy Swayman made 18 saves for the Bruins (10-9-2), who improved to 2-0-0 under interim coach Joe Sacco.

Brad Marchand’s goal midway through the third period proved to be the winner and the Boston Bruins won their second straight game under interim coach Joe Sacco, beating the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 Saturday night.

Joe Sacco’s first game as Boston’s interim coach was a 1-0 win over Utah. Veteran forward Elias Lindholm scored the game’s lone goal, ending a 17-game drought that dates back to Oct. 12.

The Red Wings fell to 8-10-2. The Bruins (10-9-3) are 2-0 since interim coach Joe Sacco replaced the fired Jim Montgomery. Talbot made 27 saves to keep the game close until the end. The Red Wings had a six-on-four advantage in the final 1:22 after pulling Talbot for an extra skater and Marchand was called for tripping.

The Boston Bruins are now 2-0 under new coach Joe Sacco. They edged out the Red Wings in a 2-1 victory to get the two points.

The Boston Bruins face the Detroit Red Wings for a matchup within the Atlantic Division on Saturday, November 23.

Georgii Merkulov will not be in the lineup after playing against Utah. The 24-year-old was assigned to the Providence Bruins earlier this week. In addition, recent call-up Marc Mc

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