The Anaheim Ducks survive another wild one against the Montreal Canadiens, winning 4–3 in a fast-paced, fire-wagon style National Hockey League matchup. Troy Terry returned from injury and made an immediate impact on the top line alongside Leo Carlsson, while trade deadline addition John Carlson made his Ducks debut and helped stabilize the blue line. Carlsson continued his breakout season with another goal, while Lukas Dostal came up clutch late to secure the win. The game featured momentum swings, three straight Canadiens goals, and a late game-winner from Cutter Gauthier off a slick setup by Jeffery Viel. The Ducks now head home for a big matchup against Trevor Zegras and the Philadelphia Flyers as Anaheim pushes to stay on top of the Pacific Division. 🦆🏒
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Carlson was definitely a defensive vet we needed. Terry was such a good player, and honestly I’d prefer him over Mac. Can’t wait for the announcers to go “Carlson passes to Carlsson with a huge lead, and Carlsson scores!!!!” Just glad we aren’t falling into losing huge losing streaks. LETS GO DUCKS
This was a very entertaining hockey game. Both teams played hard, very evenly matched. Loved the effort by the whole lineup and was especially impressed with the top line and John Carlson. Great win to end the road trip.
Nice to see Leo score some goals again. Keep this streak going, we want to see better than point per game for the season. He has got it in him.
If the Quacks keep the #1 position, they just might meet my Kings in the playoffs, if the Kings can start playing more consistent. Now that would be fun.
Verbeek absolutely cooked with the Viel addition
Carlson looked pretty good, maybe LaCombe will learn a thing or 2 about quarterbacking a powerplay from him if we're lucky.
Carlson just feels like the missing vet needed to propel this team to the next level, like a certain Neidermayer did so many years ago.
I had to stop watching it right after the Habs scored their 3rd goal, but from what I saw from John Carlson was really good. He's gonna be really helpful in the playoffs (hoping we don't fall off). I am really sad about McTavish but he had it coming. I hope he can get back to his old self. It was also nice to see Terry back, and he didn't disappoint. GO DUCKS!
I'm actually glad the Ducks took down the Habs last night mainly because of the refs that were "officiating" the game. Turns out, one was from Ottawa (What is Goalie Interference?) and the other is from Quebec. Both officiated the Sens and Habs games. DOES THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?
Go Mighty Ducks!
That moment when Carlson was tapping Zelwegger and telling him to go to the penalty box was a nice vet move.
Terry in for McT… boom, 3 pts… dude is a very good player and i love his demeanor. McT has the talent and skills.. can we try hitting him with the defibrillator paddles.. maybe shock him out of this fog he’s in? Wow.. Viel performing way beyond expectations. You can tell he absolutely loves being on this team.
Sad, bad year for MacT, hope his last 15 games are his best. Seems like 19 hasn't played since 2025, good to have him back…
Carlson over Gudas everyday!!
As a habs fan, montreal is playing weird recently, they keep turning the book over and losing their man in the d zone
The decision to give up a 1st round pick for John Carlson shows that Ducks are no longer rebuilding, they’r ready to compete.
Thanks Momma Duck for the recap!
Every game has been a nail biter but super fun to watch. Leo and Terry combo…missed that so much. McTavish has been off and seems out of place at times. He needs to figure how to fit in. He has the talent but his hockey sense and vision on the ice is off. He needs to react faster and keep up with new pace of the Ducks. Great win. Let’s stay on top and finish the season strong. Go Ducks!!!!
Those ducks jerseys are an abomination
Defense much better…bye GUDAS..McTavish might get traded over summer
ONCE AGAIN CANADIAN REFS TRYING TO SCREW US!!!!! Every single canadian game they are doing this to us!!!!!!
We got the win! Fun to see John Carlson join the team too!