The upcoming match between the San Jose Sharks and the Anaheim Ducks is generating significant anticipation. Scheduled for 10 p.m. ET, this game is set to be broadcast on Victory+, NBCSCA, KCOP-13, and TVAS. Here’s a closer look at the projected lineups for both teams.
Projected Lineups: Sharks vs. Ducks
San Jose Sharks Projected Lineup
- Collin Graf — Macklin Celebrini — Will Smith
- William Eklund — Alexander Wennberg — Kiefer Sherwood
- Igor Chernyshov — Michael Misa — Tyler Toffoli
- Barclay Goodrow — Zack Ostapchuk — Adam Gaudette
- Dmitry Orlov — Vincent Desharnais
- Mario Ferraro — John Klingberg
- Sam Dickinson — Nick Leddy
- Goalies: Yaroslav Askarov, Alex Nedeljkovic
Scratches include Pavol Regenda, Philipp Kurashev, Shakir Mukhamadullin, and Ty Dellandrea. Ryan Reaves is currently injured with an upper body issue.
Anaheim Ducks Projected Lineup
- Chris Kreider — Leo Carlsson — Troy Terry
- Alex Killorn — Mikael Granlund — Beckett Sennecke
- Frank Vatrano — Mason McTavish — Jeffrey Viel
- Tim Washe — Ryan Poehling — Ian Moore
- Jackson LaCombe — Jacob Trouba
- Pavel Mintyukov — John Carlson
- Tyson Hinds — Drew Helleson
- Goalies: Lukas Dostal, Ville Husso
Olen Zellweger is scratched for this game. Injuries for the Ducks include Jansen Harkins (hand surgery), Ross Johnston (lower body), Radko Gudas (lower body), and Cutter Gauthier (upper body).
Team Updates
Neither team held a morning skate ahead of the game. Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky mentioned potential line changes after their recent 5-2 loss to the Edmonton Oilers. The Ducks recently faced a tough 5-0 defeat against the Nashville Predators, where they utilized 10 forwards and eight defensemen. However, Frank Vatrano is expected to practice on the third line after being scratched in the previous match.
This matchup promises to be an exciting contest as both teams aim to improve their standings. Fans will be keen to see how the projected lineups perform on the ice.
