The Boston Bruins are set to face the Anaheim Ducks tonight at 10:00 PM ET at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. This is the second meeting between these two teams this season, with the Ducks securing a win in the previous matchup. The Bruins aim to snap their six-game losing streak, while the Ducks look to rebound from their recent loss to the Carolina Hurricanes.

 

Recent Performance

Boston Bruins (30-34-8)
The Bruins have lost six consecutive games, including a 7-2 beat down to the Los Angeles Kings on Monday. They have struggled both defensively and offensively, being outscored 30-11 March. Defensively the Bruins have been terrible and goaltending has been hard to come by as of late. The Bruins sit 7th in the Atlantic Division and are looking to get their golf bags packed for the off season.

 

Anaheim Ducks (30-32-8)
The Ducks are coming off a 5-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday. They have been inconsistent, averaging 3.08 goals per game while allowing 3.67 goals per game in March. The Ducks sit 6th in the Pacific Division and are aiming to improve their home record and close out the season with any confidence they can find.

 

Team Records and Trends

Boston Bruins

• Overall Record: 30-34-8
• Road Record: 11-21-3
• Power Play: 14.6% (29th in the NHL)
• Penalty Kill: 76.5% (23rd in the NHL)
• Last 10 Games: 2-7-1

 

Anaheim Ducks

• Overall Record: 30-32-8
• Home Record: 16-16-2
• Power Play: 12.6% (31st in the NHL)
• Penalty Kill: 72.5% (29th in the NHL)
• Last 10 Games: 3-6-1

 

Key Players to Watch

Boston Bruins

• David Pastrnak – Leads the team with 34 goals and 50 assists, totaling 84 points this season. His offensive prowess is crucial for the Bruins’ success.
• Morgan Geekie – Has recorded 25 goals and 14 assists this season. He has three goals in his last four games and scored in the previous matchup against the Ducks.

 

Anaheim Ducks

• Troy Terry – Leads the team with 19 goals and 32 assists, totaling 51 points this season. His playmaking ability is vital for the Ducks’ offense.
• Leo Carlsson – Has contributed 16 goals and 17 assists this season. He recorded a goal and an assist in the earlier matchup against the Bruins.

 

Injury Report

Boston Bruins

• Hampus Lindholm – Injured Reserve 
• Nikita Zadorov – Out
• Charlie McAvoy – Injured Reserve
• Mark Kastelic – Long Term Injured Reserve

 

Anaheim Ducks

• Pavel Mintyukov – Day-to-Day
• Isac Lundestrom – Day-to-Day
• Ross Johnston – Day-to-Day
• Brock McGinn – Injured Reserve
• Carson Meyer – Out
• Robby Fabbri – Injured Reserve
• Tomas Suchanek – Out

 

Goaltending Matchup

Boston Bruins

• Jeremy Swayman – Expected to start. Swayman has a record of 20-25-6 in 51 games with a goals-against average of 3.12 and a save percentage of .892 this season. He will need to bring his A game tonight against this young Ducks forward group.

 

Anaheim Ducks

• John Gibson – Confirmed to start. Gibson has a record of 10-10-2 in 43 games with a goals-against average of 2.75 and a save percentage of .912 this season. In his career against Boston, he’s 5-4-1.

 

Game Outlook

Both teams are seeking to improve their standings and end their respective losing streaks. The Bruins aim to break their six-game skid and improve their road performance, while the Ducks look to capitalize on home-ice advantage and bounce back from their recent loss. Special teams could play a pivotal role, with both teams’ power play units struggling this season. The goaltending performances will also be crucial in determining the outcome of this matchup. Expect a competitive game as both teams match up on paper close.

 

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