Previewing Matchup with Stars & Takeaways From First Two Games
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In today’s edition, we preview tonight’s matchup with the Dallas Stars, provide some takeaways from the first two games of the season, and look at the latest news and rumors.
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Ducks Gameday Preview: Dallas Stars – 10/19/23
October 19, 2023 by Jordan Reinhardt
The Anaheim Ducks head into game three of the regular season tonight with fresh legs and uplifted spirits after their upset win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Oct. 14 in their home opener at Honda Center. With the win, they moved to 20-9-1 in home openers, good for an .683 points percentage, a remarkable figure that ranks fifth in the league.
On tonight’s docket is the Dallas Stars, who represent a third straight early-season challenge for the young Ducks. The Stars took four of a possible six points in the season series between the two clubs last season. With a new campaign though, comes new opportunities, so let’s preview their first of three matchups this season by looking at storylines, personnel, and tactics.
Ducks News & Rumors: Mintyukov, Carlsson, Comtois & More
October 18, 2023 by Corey Abbott
The Anaheim Ducks finally began the 2023-24 season this past weekend with a tough back-to-back set of games against the Vegas Golden Knights on Oct. 14 and the Carolina Hurricanes on Oct. 15. The defending Stanley Cup champion Golden Knights proved to be too much in a 4-1 loss for the Ducks, but Anaheim bounced back with an impressive 6-3 victory over the Hurricanes. The win in the home opener was part of a big night of firsts that featured plenty of milestones. Elsewhere, Max Comtois was able to find a landing spot, and Leo Carlsson is progressing towards his NHL debut.
4 Takeaways From Ducks’ Home Opening Win Over Hurricanes
October 16, 2023 by Jordan Reinhardt
If you were hoping for a physical, intense, high-scoring affair for the 30th home opener in Anaheim Ducks history, then you got your wish on Oct. 14. A 6-3 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes gave the Ducks their first win of the season. On a night of reflection and celebration for the franchise, the win was huge for the team, head coach Greg Cronin, and the many players that were involved early and often that led this team to victory. Let’s look at some takeaways from the win.
3 Takeaways from Ducks’ Opening Night Loss to Golden Knights
October 15, 2023 by Jordan Reinhardt
The puck dropped on the Anaheim Ducks’ 30th season on Oct. 14, when they faced off against Pacific Division foe and defending Stanley Cup champion, the Vegas Golden Knights. It wasn’t the Ducks’ night, as they dropped the contest 4-1, but there were things to be encouraged about, including the performance of Mason McTavish, the play of John Gibson, and the debuts of some young stud defenseman. Let’s look at those takeaways and others as the Ducks regroup and get ready for game two of the season tonight against the Carolina Hurricanes.