Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Maroons Head-to-Head

Maroons built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 29 of 53 decided meetings (55%) (plus 16 ties). 16 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 7 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.3-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Wings' 6-goal win. Across the last 13 decided meetings Wings hold a 7-6 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1930s produced the deepest sample with 55 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1926, so the rivalry has spanned 12 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Maroons won 3-2 on Mar 10, 1938.