The Dallas Stars host the Anaheim Ducks on Monday night at American Airlines Center. Dallas sits in third place in the Central Division with an 11-5-0 record, while Anaheim holds seventh place in the Pacific Division at 6-8-2. This matchup marks the first meeting between the teams since March, when Dallas earned a 6-2 victory.
Dallas looks to continue its strong form, having won three straight games, including a 2-1 defensive battle against Minnesota. Anaheim seeks consistency after a 6-4 win over Detroit snapped a two-game losing streak.
Ducks Preview
The Anaheim Ducks come into this matchup with a 6-8-2 record and are working to develop their young roster. Left wing Cutter Gauthier scored his first NHL goal in their win against Detroit, while Troy Terry leads the team with six goals this season. Trevor Zegras, who has been slow to start, added a power-play goal in their most recent outing.
Goaltending has been inconsistent for Anaheim, with Lukas Dostal carrying the bulk of the load. He has a .922 save percentage over his last five starts but allowed five goals in two of those games. John Gibson is expected to see some action soon, having posted a .908 save percentage in limited appearances. Trevor Zegras will be a key player to watch as the Ducks aim to build momentum.
Injuries continue to affect Anaheim, with Mason McTavish and Urho Vaakanainen listed as day-to-day. Their defensive unit has stepped up with contributions from Olen Zellweger and Radko Gudas, but maintaining consistency remains a challenge.
Stars Preview
The Dallas Stars hold an 11-5-0 record and have shown their versatility by winning both high-scoring and low-scoring games. Jason Robertson and Jamie Benn lead the offensive charge, with Benn contributing 10 points in his last five games. Roope Hintz has been another key player, adding depth to their scoring.
Defensively, Dallas is anchored by Miro Heiskanen and Ilya Lyubushkin. Goalie Jake Oettinger has been a standout, posting a 2.25 goals-against average this season. The team’s recent win over Minnesota highlighted their ability to adapt and secure wins in tight games.
The Stars are healthy, which gives them an edge in this matchup. With a 7-1-0 home record, Dallas will look to dominate on both ends of the ice against a rebuilding Anaheim squad. Key players like Jason Robertson are expected to make an impact.
Ducks vs Stars Prediction
Dallas enters this game as heavy favorites, with their balanced roster and home-ice advantage. Anaheim’s young core has shown promise but struggles to maintain consistency, especially against stronger teams. Expect Dallas to control the pace and capitalize on Anaheim’s defensive lapses.
- Our Pick: Stars -2.5
