Ducks Aim to Rebound at Honda Center in Matchup with Blackhawks

As the Anaheim Ducks prepare to host the Chicago Blackhawks at the Honda Center, fans can expect a game where recent trends and performance will play a significant role. The Ducks have had a challenging set of games, with their most recent encounters showing mixed results. In their last three games at home, they've experienced both highs and lows.

The Ducks' resilience was on display against the Ottawa Senators, where they secured a win with solid goaltending that saved 29 out of 30 shots and an even-strength performance that contributed two goals. However, this momentum was not carried forward as they faced off against formidable opponents like the New York Islanders and Dallas Stars. Against the Islanders, despite taking more shots on goal (23), Anaheim struggled defensively allowing six goals while only scoring once themselves. This was followed by another tough game against Dallas where they managed to score twice but were overwhelmed by six goals from the Stars.

One area of concern for Anaheim has been their powerplay opportunities which have not been capitalized upon effectively in these matches. Additionally, faceoff win percentages have been inconsistent ranging from 40 percent against Ottawa to 48 percent versus Dallas – an area that could be crucial in gaining control against Chicago.

The Blackhawks are coming into this game as visitors and will look to exploit any weaknesses shown by Anaheim's recent performances. For fans attending or tuning in for this matchup, it is essential to watch how Anaheim addresses these challenges and whether they can bounce back with improved defense and special teams play.

The upcoming match is scheduled for March 22nd at 02:00 AM UTC at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ or regional networks NBCS-CHI+, BSSC, and BSSD.