Granlund’s Overtime Heroics Propel Ducks to Victory Over Kings

In an electrifying game on Friday night, the Anaheim Ducks edged the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 in a shootout. This victory not only marked the Ducks’ third consecutive win but also highlighted the team’s remarkable turnaround after enduring a challenging nine-game losing streak.

Granlund’s Overtime Heroics

Mason McTavish opened the scoring for Anaheim at 6:11 in the first period. He found the back of the net with a precise wrist shot, assisted by Olen Zellweger following a neutral-zone turnover. The Ducks went on to secure the win in a nail-biting shootout.

Key Performers

• Mason McTavish: Scored the opening goal.
• Ville Husso: Recorded 17 saves in goal for the Ducks.
• Filip Forsberg: Made 31 saves for the Kings.
• Adrian Kempe: Scored a power-play goal for Los Angeles.

Ducks’ Defensive Improvement

The Ducks’ defensive play has significantly improved, allowing just four goals over their last three games. This is a stark contrast to their previous stretch where they conceded 45 goals in nine matches, including at least five goals in seven contests. Coach Joel Quenneville commented on the team’s progress: “Way more predictability in our game. The effort’s been consistent, high end.”

Kings’ Struggles Continue

Despite the close outcome, the Kings have struggled recently, with a record of 1-2-4 in their last seven games. Warren Foegele, a forward for Los Angeles, expressed frustration over the persistent issues facing the team, stating, “At the end of the day, we didn’t get the job done. We didn’t get the two points, and it’s not good enough.”

Recent Records

As the Ducks look to build on their recent successes, they will aim to maintain their strong defensive play and consistent offensive output in the games to come. The thrilling overtime win against the Kings showcased their resilience and determination.