The Anaheim Ducks are on a roll! They've clinched their third consecutive victory, leaving the New Jersey Devils in their wake. This winning streak, coupled with their recent performance, has fans buzzing. But how did they pull it off? Let's dive in!
Key players like Frank Vatrano and Chris Kreider contributed to the Ducks' success, with Lukas Dostal putting up a solid performance in goal, making a commendable 31 saves. The Ducks' record now stands at an impressive 7-3-1, showcasing their dominance on the ice. They've truly found their stride, winning five out of their last six games.
On the other side, the Devils, despite Jack Hughes scoring a goal and Jake Allen making 26 saves, couldn't keep up. Their record is 9-4-0. They were coming off a win against the Los Angeles Kings, but the Ducks proved to be a tougher opponent.
The Ducks started strong, with Sennecke scoring the first goal, thanks to a clever pass from Gauthier. Sennecke managed to get the puck past Devils defenseman Dennis Cholowski and scored, giving the Ducks a 1-0 lead just 4:13 into the game.
They almost scored again short-handed, but Troy Terry was denied twice by Allen. The Ducks continued their offensive push, with Vatrano scoring, thanks to LaCombe's assist, extending their lead to 2-0 at 14:24 of the first period. Gauthier then made it 3-0, scoring his seventh goal of the season, further solidifying the Ducks' lead.
But here's where it gets interesting... The Devils fought back in the third period, with Hughes scoring, cutting the lead to 3-1. However, Kreider sealed the deal for the Ducks, scoring into an empty net with only 1:54 left on the clock, resulting in a final score of 4-1.
A key takeaway: The Ducks' aggressive offense and solid defense were critical to their victory.
What do you think? Did the Devils underestimate the Ducks? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
