The Anaheim Ducks put up a fight in the third period with a power-play goal but ultimately fell short in a 3-2 loss to the Utah Hockey Club at Delta Center. The loss brings the Ducks’ record to 28-30-7, leaving them eight points behind a Western Conference playoff position. Alex Killorn and Mason McTavish found the back of the net for the Ducks, with McTavish scoring a power-play goal to tie the game. Goaltender Ville Husso made 36 saves in his Ducks debut.
For Utah, Jack McBain, Alex Kerfoot, and Dylan Guenther scored, extending their point streak to four games. Karel Vejmelka made 19 saves to earn his 18th win of the season. McBain’s goal matched his career-high from two years ago and was his third point in four games.
Despite Utah taking an early lead, the Ducks battled back, with Killorn scoring a goal in the second period. Anaheim had several opportunities but couldn’t capitalize, ultimately falling short in a close matchup.
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