The highly anticipated matchup between the Ducks and the Oilers is set for 3:30 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on TVAS, SNW, Victory+, and KTTV. Both teams have recently faced challenges, with injuries impacting their lineups. This article provides a detailed look at the projected lineups for each team ahead of the game.
Ducks Projected Lineup
The Anaheim Ducks are fielding a competitive lineup despite some key injuries. The following players are expected to take the ice:
- Chris Kreider — Leo Carlsson — Frank Vatrano
- Alex Killorn — Mikael Granlund — Beckett Sennecke
- Jeffrey Viel — Ryan Poehling — Cutter Gauthier
- Mason McTavish — Tim Washe — Ian Moore
Defensemen
- Jackson LaCombe — Jacob Trouba
- Pavel Mintyukov — John Carlson
- Olen Zellweger — Radko Gudas
Goaltenders
- Lukas Dostal
- Ville Husso
Scratches for the Ducks include Nathan Gaucher and Drew Helleson. Injuries are affecting several players, with Jansen Harkins (upper body), Ross Johnston (lower body), Petr Mrazek (hip), and Troy Terry (lower body) currently sidelined.
Oilers Projected Lineup
The Edmonton Oilers are looking to leverage their top talents in this crucial game. Here’s how they are projected to line up:
- Vasily Podkolzin — Connor McDavid — Matthew Savoie
- Jack Roslovic — Ryan Nugent-Hopkins — Zach Hyman
- Josh Samanski — Jason Dickinson — Kasperi Kapanen
- Max Jones — Adam Henrique — Roby Jarventie
Defensemen
- Mattias Ekholm — Evan Bouchard
- Darnell Nurse — Connor Murphy
- Jake Walman — Ty Emberson
Goaltenders
- Connor Ingram
- Tristan Jarry
Spencer Stastney will be scratched for this game. The Oilers are also managing injuries, with Colton Dach (undisclosed), Leon Draisaitl (lower body), Trent Frederic (undisclosed), Mattias Janmark (shoulder), and Curtis Lazar (undisclosed) all not playing.
Status Updates
Radko Gudas’ status remains uncertain after he left the previous game due to a lower-body injury. Troy Terry may return after sitting out for maintenance. Ian Moore has adjusted from defense to the fourth line, providing flexibility for the Ducks.
The Oilers might maintain the same successful lineup that led to their 4-3 overtime victory against the Vegas Golden Knights in their last game. As both teams prepare, fans can expect an intense battle on the ice.
