Ducks Host Maple Leafs at Honda Center: Game Preview

The Anaheim Ducks (41-28-4) return to the Honda Center to face the Toronto Maple Leafs (31-30-13). Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. PT. The game will stream on Victory+ and air on KCOP-13.

Recent form

Anaheim saw its streak end Saturday in a 4-2 defeat to Edmonton. Cutter Gauthier and Beckett Sennecke supplied the Ducks’ goals. John Carlson recorded two assists in that loss.

Toronto also fell on Saturday, losing to the St. Louis Blues. The Maple Leafs have a 4-6-4 record for the month of March.

Standings and stakes

The Ducks sit atop the Pacific Division. Their lead over Edmonton is three points. The margin keeps every game important as the regular season winds down.

Players to watch

John Carlson has enjoyed a hot start with Anaheim. He earned NHL Third Star of the Week honors after tallying seven assists across three games last week.

Cutter Gauthier remains a key offensive contributor. His comments emphasized focus on small details and tightening play as the team prepares for the postseason.

Suspension return

All eyes will be on Radko Gudas. His collision with Auston Matthews in the last meeting led to a five-game suspension. Gudas missed the previous two games for Anaheim. He is expected back in the lineup tonight. He warned the matchup could be a heated affair.

Matchup implications

Both clubs enter with recent losses and momentum to regain. Special teams and discipline could decide the outcome. The return of Gudas adds an edge to the contest.

Coverage and notes

Fans can follow the broadcast on Victory+ and KCOP-13 starting at 7 p.m. PT. Filmogaz.com will provide updates and postgame coverage after the final horn.