The Colorado Avalanche are set to face the Anaheim Ducks in a thrilling contest at Ball Arena on Wednesday, as part of their ongoing homestand. This matchup marks the second of three scheduled meetings between the two teams in the current NHL season.
Match Details
Here are the specifics for the upcoming Duck Duel:
- Date: Wednesday
- Time: 7 p.m. MT
- Venue: Ball Arena
- Watch: Altitude, Altitude+
- Listen: Altitude Sports Radio (92.5 FM)
Recent Performances
Colorado Avalanche
On the previous game day, the Avalanche achieved a convincing 5-2 victory against the Washington Capitals. This win showcased Nathan MacKinnon’s remarkable performance, as he netted two goals and provided one assist, achieving a career milestone of 1,100 points.
Other key contributors included Parker Kelly, Victor Olofsson, and Artturi Lehkonen, each adding goals to the scoreboard. The game saw numerous lead changes, starting with Kelly’s opening deflection at 5:54 in the first period and culminating in MacKinnon’s final goal that solidified the Avalanche’s win.
Anaheim Ducks
In their last outing, the Ducks triumphed over the New York Rangers with a score of 5-3. Mason McTavish leveled the score at 1-1 after the Rangers took an early lead. Anaheim showcased resilience, bouncing back to lead the game before Gauthier sealed the victory with an empty-net goal.
Player Highlights
Nathan MacKinnon
MacKinnon continues to lead the NHL with 38 goals and ranks tied for first in points with 85. His performance against the Ducks has been outstanding, with 47 points (17 goals, 30 assists) across 35 matches.
Cale Makar
Defenseman Cale Makar leads with 54 points among NHL defensemen and is a strong presence in both scoring and assists, impacting the game significantly.
Duck Key Players
- Cutter Gauthier: Leads the Ducks with 22 goals and has 42 points overall.
- Jackson LaCombe: Third in assists with 25 and fifth in overall points with 31.
Series History
The Avalanche have historically performed well against the Ducks, holding a record of 58 wins, 35 losses, 7 overtime losses, and 13 ties in their 113 encounters.
Additional Insights
The Avalanche’s scoring prowess is evident, as they lead the NHL in home goals per game, averaging an impressive 4.54. Conversely, they have allowed only 32 five-on-five goals at home, the fewest in the league.
This Wednesday’s Duck Duel promises to be an exciting clash, with both teams aiming to secure crucial points in the NHL standings. Fans can expect high-octane action as the Avalanche look to capitalize on their recent form against the Ducks.
