Detroit Red Wings vs Anaheim Ducks: Preview, Predictions, and Recent Form

The Detroit Red Wings and the Anaheim Ducks are set to face off on Friday, November 15, 2024, at the Honda Center. This matchup comes on the heels of both teams’ recent performances. The Red Wings are coming off a 3-2 overtime victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins, where defenseman Simon Edvinsson scored the winning goal just 1:30 into overtime. This win ended a two-game losing streak for the Red Wings and marked goalie Cam Talbot‘s 250th career win, with Talbot making 31 saves, including crucial stops in overtime.

The Anaheim Ducks, on the other hand, suffered a 3-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in their last game. Despite the loss, the Ducks showed resilience, with goals from Brock McGinn and Frank Vatrano. However, they have lost five of their last six games, highlighting their current struggles. The Ducks were without key players Cam Fowler, Robby Fabbri, and Mason McTavish due to injuries.

In terms of recent form, the Red Wings have won five of their last nine games against the Ducks. The Red Wings are currently averaging 2.5 goals per game, ranking them 29th in the NHL, while their defense has allowed an average of 3 goals per game, placing them 12th defensively. The Ducks, meanwhile, are averaging 2.2 goals per game and have allowed an average of 3.1 goals per game, ranking them 32nd offensively and 14th defensively.

Betting odds favor the Red Wings, with a moneyline of -145 compared to the Ducks’ +116. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5 goals. Analysts suggest that the Red Wings have a higher probability of winning, with some predicting a 55-60% chance of them emerging victorious in 60 minutes[3].

Key players to watch include Lucas Raymond for the Red Wings, who leads the team with 14 points, and Troy Terry for the Ducks, who has 11 points and is tied for the team lead in goals.