They’ll put their second seven-game win streak under McLellan on the line Saturday against the Lightning after sweeping a four-game swing out West.

Raymond, who will represent Sweden at 4 Nations, is tied for fourth in the NHL in assists and tied for sixth in points since McLellan's hiring. Larkin, who will represent the United States, is tied for fifth in goals and ranks ninth in points.

Todd McLellan has coached the Detroit Red Wings for six weeks, and sees progress — and the need for much more as playoff chase heightens.