Anaheim Ducks (9-3-1) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (7-3-3)
Pacific Division matchup
Paradise, Nevada | Saturday, 10 p.m. EST
Bottom Line:
The Anaheim Ducks visit the Vegas Golden Knights following Chris Kreider’s two-goal performance in the Ducks’ 7-5 victory over the Dallas Stars. Vegas currently holds a 7-3-3 overall record, including an impressive 3-0-2 against Pacific Division opponents. The Golden Knights have a 1-2-1 record in games where their opponents commit fewer penalties.
Meanwhile, Anaheim stands at 9-3-1 overall and 1-1-0 within the Pacific Division. The Ducks have excelled when serving fewer penalty minutes than their adversaries, posting a 5-1-1 record in such contests. Saturday marks the first meeting between these two teams this season.
Top Performers:
Mitchell Marner leads the Golden Knights with four goals and 13 assists. Jack Eichel has been a key contributor with six goals and eight assists over his last 10 games. For the Ducks, Cutter Gauthier boasts 11 goals and seven assists, while Leo Carlsson has racked up five goals and 10 assists during his last 10 outings.
Last 10 Games:
Golden Knights: 6-3-1 record, averaging 3.3 goals, 5.8 assists, 3.3 penalties, and 7.7 penalty minutes per game while allowing 2.5 goals against.
Ducks: 7-2-1 record, averaging 4.2 goals, 7.3 assists, 4.8 penalties, and 12.2 penalty minutes per game while conceding three goals.
Injuries:
Golden Knights: None listed.
Ducks: None listed.
This Pacific Division showdown promises to be an exciting contest as both teams aim to strengthen their positions in the standings.
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