Ducks Fight for Pacific Division, Homestand Crucial

0:00On April 6th, the Anaheim Ducks are locked in a fierce battle for the Pacific Division crown, sitting at 41 wins, 31 losses, and 5. Over time, losses for 87 points, dead even with the Edmonton Oilers. But the Oilers hold the edge with 30 regulation wins to Anaheim's 24, making every shift count in this nail-biter. Right now, the Ducks are stumbling through a brutal 5-game losing streak, going zero wins, four regulation losses, and one over time loss. That includes a 6-to-2 thrashing by the St. Louis Blues and a 5-to-3 defeat against the Calvary Flames, exposing some defensive cracks at the worst possible time. Injuries are hitting hard too, with key guys like Cutter-Gothier, Radco-Gutus, and Pablo Mintucoff listed as questionable. Getting these players back could spark the fire they need for the final regular season sprint. Looking ahead, they've got a Golden 3-game homestand at the Honda Center against Western Conference foes.

1:00That kicks off Tuesday, April 7th, versus the Nashville Predators at 10 p.m. Eastern, then Thursday, April 9th, against the San Jose Sharks at 10 p.m. and wraps Sunday, April 12th, with the Vancouver Conucks at 8 p.m. This home stretch is their shot to snap the skid, grab crucial points, and seize control of the division before the row tests hit. You've been listening to NHL News today, AI-powered team coverage.