Anaheim is 7-1-1 in its last nine games coming off an overtime loss in Detroit on Sunday. The run of success has come in spite of a cold power play, which is 1-for-21 in that stretch and ranks 31st in the NHL this season at 11.9 percent.
The Ducks will conclude a three-game northeast road trip and look to extend a season-long five-game point streak, tonight facing off with the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. PUCK DROP: 4 P.M. PT | W
The Buffalo Sabres host the Anaheim Ducks after Rasmus Dahlin's two-goal game against the New York Rangers in the Sabres' 8-2 win.
In an intriguing one-for-one trade scenario, the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks swap forward Trevor Zegras for defenseman Bowen Byram. This move would significantly impact both franchises, addressing key roster needs while potentially reshaping the future of their cores.
Anaheim Ducks forward Trevor Zegras has been slapped with a three-game suspension for a dirty hit on Michael Rasmussen.
The Buffalo Sabres practiced at Key Bank Center on Monday in preparation for the second game of their two-game homestand on Tuesday night against the Anaheim Ducks. The Sabres have won five straight at home after the 8-2 victory over the New York Rangers on Saturday but could be without winger Alex Tuch.
Anaheim Ducks forward Trevor Zegras received a three-game suspension after his hit to the head of Detroit Red Wings forward Michael Rasmussen on Sunday.
The Anaheim Ducks will be without forward Trevor Zegras for a few games after he was issued a suspension by the NHL following a dirty hit against Detroit Red Wings forward Michael Rasmussen. After reviewing the incident, the NHL Department of Player Safety determined that Zegras would be suspended three games for his actions.
Each of the coaching points delivered by Lindy Ruff in the practices leading into the game were executed by Rasmus Dahlin from start to finish.