Post by Anaheim Ducks on Nov 26, 2023 23:32:11 GMT -6
Anaheim Ducks 1st Quarter Report
The Numbers:
The Ducks are 10-9-2, with a +3 goal differential, with places them 7th in the Pacific Division and 4 points out the playoffs.
Anaheim ranks 25th in goals per game (3.19), and 4th in goals against per game (3.05).
For special teams, they are 6th (24.24%) on the Powerplay, and 10th (80.3%) on the Penalty Kill.
The Ducks are generating 31.57 (19th) shots per game, and allowing 30.48 (10th).
Anaheim leads the league in penalty minutes, receiving 15.38 PIMs a game.
Finally, the ducks rank 10th (23.05) in hits per game, and 10th (52.13%) in faceoffs.
The Good:
The special teams are performing well, with notables Shea Theodore, Daniel Sprong, and Brock Boeser leading the way on the top powerplay line.
Strong play from starting goalie Carter Hart and a commitment to team defense have propelled the Ducks to 4th in the league in goals against.
Right winger Wade Allison and defensemen Mikey Anderson have both recently been given more offensive roles in the lineup, and they are exceeding expectations. Expect the points to keep rolling in for this duo.
The Meh:
Despite being only 4 points out of the playoffs, it is unlikely the Ducks will make the playoffs for the third straight season. Expectations were lower this year after a retool at last year’s trade deadline, but the organization is hungry for playoff hockey.
Ryan Johansen is surprisingly excelling in a more defensive role. His point production is below expected, but he has brought much needed leadership and reliability to the Ducks lineup.
The Bad:
Both Brady Tkachuk and Sam Steel’s offensive production have been lackluster. Tkachuk has been unable to find chemistry with his linemates. However, he remains a valuable leader and physical presence on the ice. More was expected from Steel’s offense, and the speedster’s ice time will likely decrease unless he picks up his scoring pace.
The Anaheim Ducks are taking too many penalties, plain and simple. While this team may appear to be built for the playoffs, they have to get there first.
The Numbers:
The Ducks are 10-9-2, with a +3 goal differential, with places them 7th in the Pacific Division and 4 points out the playoffs.
Anaheim ranks 25th in goals per game (3.19), and 4th in goals against per game (3.05).
For special teams, they are 6th (24.24%) on the Powerplay, and 10th (80.3%) on the Penalty Kill.
The Ducks are generating 31.57 (19th) shots per game, and allowing 30.48 (10th).
Anaheim leads the league in penalty minutes, receiving 15.38 PIMs a game.
Finally, the ducks rank 10th (23.05) in hits per game, and 10th (52.13%) in faceoffs.
The Good:
The special teams are performing well, with notables Shea Theodore, Daniel Sprong, and Brock Boeser leading the way on the top powerplay line.
Strong play from starting goalie Carter Hart and a commitment to team defense have propelled the Ducks to 4th in the league in goals against.
Right winger Wade Allison and defensemen Mikey Anderson have both recently been given more offensive roles in the lineup, and they are exceeding expectations. Expect the points to keep rolling in for this duo.
The Meh:
Despite being only 4 points out of the playoffs, it is unlikely the Ducks will make the playoffs for the third straight season. Expectations were lower this year after a retool at last year’s trade deadline, but the organization is hungry for playoff hockey.
Ryan Johansen is surprisingly excelling in a more defensive role. His point production is below expected, but he has brought much needed leadership and reliability to the Ducks lineup.
The Bad:
Both Brady Tkachuk and Sam Steel’s offensive production have been lackluster. Tkachuk has been unable to find chemistry with his linemates. However, he remains a valuable leader and physical presence on the ice. More was expected from Steel’s offense, and the speedster’s ice time will likely decrease unless he picks up his scoring pace.
The Anaheim Ducks are taking too many penalties, plain and simple. While this team may appear to be built for the playoffs, they have to get there first.
