As the NHL season approaches its climax, the Anaheim Ducks (42-32-6) are poised to face the Minnesota Wild (45-24-12) in an exciting matchup. This game is set to take place at 8 p.m. ET and will be broadcasted across several networks, including FDSNWIX and KCOP-13. Both teams are preparing for key matchups as the playoffs draw near.
Ducks Projected Lineup
The Ducks are making strategic changes to their roster in anticipation of the Wild. Here’s how their lineup looks:
- Chris Kreider — Leo Carlsson — Troy Terry
- Alex Killorn — Mikael Granlund — Beckett Sennecke
- Jeffrey Viel — Mason McTavish — Cutter Gauthier
- Tim Washe — Ryan Poehling — Ian Moore
- Jackson LaCombe — Jacob Trouba
- Pavel Mintyukov — John Carlson
- Tyson Hinds — Radko Gudas
- Lukas Dostal (Goalie)
- Ville Husso (Goalie)
Scratched players include Olen Zellweger, Frank Vatrano, and Drew Helleson. Notably, Jansen Harkins is recovering from hand surgery, while Ross Johnston is managing a lower-body injury.
Wild Projected Lineup
The Wild are also adjusting their lineup ahead of the game against the Ducks. Here’s their expected formation:
- Yakov Trenin — Danila Yurov — Vladimir Tarasenko
- Marcus Johansson — Hunter Haight — Bobby Brink
- Nico Sturm — Michael McCarron — Nick Foligno
- Robby Fabbri — Ben Jones — Nicolas Aube-Kubel
- Viking Gustafsson-Nyberg — Jared Spurgeon
- Jake Middleton — Brock Faber
- Daemon Hunt — Matt Kiersted
- Jesper Wallstedt (Goalie)
- Filip Gustavsson (Goalie)
Scratched players for the Wild include Jonas Brodin, Mats Zuccarello, and several others. The team is not facing any injury concerns at this moment, providing flexibility for their lineup.
Status Report
The Wild did not conduct a morning skate following their recent 6-3 defeat against the St. Louis Blues. Currently, Minnesota is locked in third place in the Central Division and may choose to rest several starters for the second consecutive game.
As the Ducks prepare for this important clash against the Wild, their projected lineups reflect their strategies and readiness for an intense match. Both teams aim to solidify their positions as playoff contenders in the competitive NHL landscape.
