As the NHL season progresses, the Anaheim Ducks will face off against the Vegas Golden Knights in a highly anticipated matchup. The game is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET and can be viewed on Victory+, SCRIPPS, and KCOP-13.
Ducks Projected Lineup
The Ducks come into this game with a strong record of 9 wins, 3 losses, and 1 overtime loss. They will maintain the same lineup that secured a 7-5 victory over the Dallas Stars. Key players for the Ducks include:
- Chris Kreider — Leo Carlsson — Troy Terry
- Cutter Gauthier — Mason McTavish — Beckett Sennecke
- Nikita Nesterenko — Ryan Poehling — Alex Killorn
- Ross Johnston — Jansen Harkins — Frank Vatrano
On defense, the Ducks will feature:
- Jackson LaCombe — Drew Helleson
- Olen Zellweger — Jacob Trouba
- Pavel Mintyukov — Ian Moore
In goal, Petr Mrazek is expected to start, with Lukas Dostal backing him up. Notably, Ryan Strome, Radko Gudas, and Mikael Granlund will not play due to injuries.
Golden Knights Projected Lineup
The Golden Knights have a record of 7 wins, 3 losses, and 3 overtime losses. They are expected to dress the same group that participated in the morning skate, with no changes to their offensive or defensive pairings. Significant players for the Golden Knights include:
- Ivan Barbashev — Jack Eichel — Mitch Marner
- Brett Howden — William Karlsson — Reilly Smith
- Brandon Saad — Tomas Hertl — Pavel Dorofeyev
- Cole Reinhardt — Colton Sissons — Keegan Kolesar
The defensive lineup features:
- Brayden McNabb — Shea Theodore
- Noah Hanifin — Zach Whitecloud
- Jeremy Lauzon — Kaedan Korczak
In goal, Akira Schmid is anticipated to start, with Carl Lindbom as the backup. The squad will be missing key players Adin Hill and Mark Stone due to injuries.
Status Report
Both teams are eager for this matchup, with the Ducks looking to maintain their winning streak and the Golden Knights aiming to solidify their position in the standings. Fans can expect a thrilling game, showcasing the talent and skill of both teams on the ice.
