Ducks Prepare For Golden Knights In Second Round
Tap title to read story
ANAHEIM, Calif. The Anaheim Ducks advanced to the Western Conference Second Round after defeating the Edmonton Oilers in six games and returned to practice Saturday as they prepare to face the Vegas Golden Knights. Game 1 is scheduled Monday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, marking the franchises' first postseason meeting.
Las Vegas enters the series with extensive postseason experience and is listed as a betting favorite, while Anaheim comes off three regular-season wins over Vegas, including two November overtime victories and a 4-3 February win. Players such as Troy Terry and Jackson LaCombe cited confidence; teams will finalize travel and Game 1 preparations this week.
More context
Timeline
- 1. 2006–2018: Anaheim reached postseason frequently but that core later declined.
- 2. 2017: Vegas Golden Knights joined the NHL and later established consistent postseason runs.
- 3. November (regular season): Anaheim defeated Vegas twice in overtime.
- 4. February (regular season): Anaheim won a 4-3 regulation game against Vegas.
- 5. Early May (this week): Ducks beat Edmonton in six games, practiced Saturday, and will play Game 1 Monday in Las Vegas.
Why it matters
This series could shake up the NHL landscape. If you're a Ducks fan, it's a chance to see your team prove their regular-season victories weren't flukes. If you're a Golden Knights fan, it's a test of your team's postseason prowess. Either way, it's high-stakes hockey worth watching.
Sources
JQJO Editorial Desk · Human reviewed · AI assisted. Report a correction.
