Anaheim Ducks punch their ticket to the playoffs for the first time in seven years as the San Jose Sharks edge the Nashville Predators—an unforgettable clinching moment for Ducks fans. Is this the spark that launches a fresh postseason run? Host Kyle Kjer celebrates the Ducks’ playoff berth, reliving the dramatic final minutes and discussing how division matchups are shaping the postseason picture.
Key highlights include Cutter Gauthier’s milestone 40-goal season, Jacob Trouba’s steady contributions on defense, and tactical adjustments by Joel Quenneville. Kjer explores potential first-round showdowns, notably a looming battle with the Edmonton Oilers, and weighs Anaheim’s readiness for the playoff grind. With the Honda Center set to buzz and fans eager for NHL playoff action, the Ducks’ youth movement and physical play offer renewed hope. Will Anaheim capitalize on their momentum and rewrite their postseason story?
00:00 — Live Playoff Clinch Watch
Kyle Kjer gives a live, play-by-play reaction to the closing moments of the Nashville Predators vs. San Jose Sharks game, which decides Anaheim’s playoff fate.
10:53 — Playoff Outlook & Key Players
Kyle Kjer discusses the significance of Anaheim’s playoff berth, likely opponents, playoff expectations, and analyzes the impact of key players like Cutter Gauthier and Jacob Trouba.
20:52 — Trouba’s Impact & Playoff Preparation
Kyle Kjer breaks down Jacob Trouba’s contributions to the Ducks’ season and his importance for playoff success, while also reflecting on team culture and veteran leadership.
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11 Comments
Sorry to all the live viewers and comments I didn’t see, first time doing the live live like this lol
Thank you SHARKIES
I can’t see myself hating the Sharks anymore. Thank you Sharks! 🦈
Yo. I could not feel any luckier as a new Ducks fan. Thank you Anaheim!
MIGHTY AGAIN! Finally
We probably won’t even make it passed the first round based on how we’re playing currently
Glad to see them make the playoffs but if they drop to 2d wild card cause they can’t get one of the next two they’ll get smoked by Colorado in 4 and they won’t even have a shot at a draft pick. Carlson will leave along with the pick we gave up for him. They better get it together and at least make a respectable showing
Sharks saved our butts holy
dude the relief i feel is so amazing right now 😂😂 i really thought we were gonna have the worst collapse in sports history and miss the playoffs. thank you so much to the sharks for saving us because i was not looking forward to watching these next two games. i feel like the ducks might play a bit more like themselves now that they’re not stressing about having to win to clinch, hopefully we can get these next two wins so that we don’t have to play the avalanche in the first round. however, if we do end up matching up with colorado, it’ll be great playoff experience whether we win or lose.
Even if we get the oilers or the avs round 1 and get knocked out I won’t be to mad… we made it the play offs🎉 only 1 teams gonna win it at the end of the day.. go ducks 🦆 and we broke the drought
no mention of Perry?:( 10:45