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Anaheim Ducks vs. Colorado Avalanche: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 18, 2024

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Oct 18, 2024 9:11 AM
The Anaheim Ducks, riding high after an overtime victory, head to Ball Arena on Friday, October 18, 2024, to take on the winless Colorado Avalanche at 9:00 PM. The Ducks look to build on their 2-1 start, while the Avalanche desperately seek their first win of the season, still searching for points after four tough losses.
Anaheim Ducks
Colorado Avalanche

Ducks vs Avalanche statistics

Stat Ducks Avalanche
Goals For per Game 2.67 3.25
Goals Against per Game 2.33 6.25
Shots per Game 29.0 30.3
Shots Against per Game 30.7 26.5
Power Play Goals 0 6
Power Play Goals Against 2 5
Short Handed Goals 0 0
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 24 41
Power Play Percentage 0.0 50.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 77.8 54.5

Colorado Avalanche recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/16/24 vs Boston Bruins L 5-3
10/14/24 vs New York Islanders L 6-2
10/12/24 vs Columbus Blue Jackets L 6-4
10/9/24 @ Vegas Golden Knights L 8-4
10/5/24 vs Utah Hockey Club L 2-1

Anaheim Ducks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/16/24 vs Utah Hockey Club W 5-4 OT
10/13/24 @ Vegas Golden Knights L 3-1
10/12/24 @ San Jose Sharks W 2-0
10/4/24 @ San Jose Sharks W 3-2 SO
10/2/24 vs Utah Hockey Club W 5-2

Ducks vs Avalanche predictions

So, let's chat about what we might see from some key Anaheim Ducks players in their upcoming clash against the Colorado Avalanche. Keep an eye on Troy Terry; despite his day-to-day status, he's been a solid performer with a couple of points already to his name this season. It's also worth noting Pavel Mintyukov, even with his uncertain injury status, has already netted two goals. If both hit the ice, expect some sparks. Brock McGinn, leading with two assists, is another Duck who could significantly sway the game's pace and outcome if he continues to set up critical plays.

Flipping over to the Colorado Avalanche, Mikko Rantanen and Cale Makar are names you can't ignore. Rantanen, with four goals in his pocket, is definitely the guy to watch if he maintains his scoring streak. Meanwhile, Makar, boasting an impressive total of eight points from seven assists and a goal, seems to always find ways to contribute, whether it’s setting up a play or scoring himself. These two playmakers could really turn up the heat against the Ducks, especially with the support of their home crowd pushing them on.

With the current state of play, predicting the winner between these two is tricky, yet intriguing. Despite the Avalanche’s rocky start with a 0-4 record, their home advantage and star players like Makar and Rantanen make them a formidable opponent. That being said, the Ducks have shown some pluck with recent performances and could very well ride that momentum. However, if you had to pin me down for a prediction, I’d lean towards a bounce-back game for the Avalanche, especially considering they’re hungry for that first win of the season, and the stakes are high on their home ice.

Colorado Avalanche injuries

  • Devon Toews (D): Out
  • Miles Wood (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Artturi Lehkonen (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Jonathan Drouin (LW): Out
  • Valeri Nichushkin (RW): Injured Reserve

Anaheim Ducks injuries

  • Jackson LaCombe (D): Day-To-Day
  • Isac Lundestrom (C): Day-To-Day
  • John Gibson (G): Injured Reserve
  • Troy Terry (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Beckett Sennecke (RW): Day-To-Day

Ducks vs Avalanche game info

Venue Ball Arena
Location Denver, CO
Puck drop Fri 9:00 PM

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