The Vegas Golden Knights (15-7-3) head to Honda Center for a crucial Pacific Division matchup against the Anaheim Ducks (10-10-3) on Wednesday night, marking their third encounter of the 2024-25 season.
The defending champions enter the contest following an impressive 1-0 shutout victory over the Edmonton Oilers, while the Ducks look to build momentum after their recent 4-3 shootout win against the Ottawa Senators.
Vegas has dominated the season series so far, claiming both previous meetings with 3-1 and 3-2 victories, though the Ducks' stellar goaltending duo of Lukas Dostal and John Gibson has kept games remarkably competitive.
The Golden Knights' high-powered offense, averaging 3.6 goals per game, will test Anaheim's surprisingly stout defense, which ranks eighth in the league allowing just 2.91 goals per contest.
Frank Vatrano leads the resurgent Ducks with recent strong performances, including a three-point effort in their last outing, while Jack Eichel continues to drive the Knights' attack with 36 points on the season.
This Pacific Division clash presents an intriguing contrast of styles, as Vegas's seventh-ranked offense meets Anaheim's third-best save percentage in the league, setting the stage for what could be another tightly contested battle between these familiar foes.
Anaheim Ducks vs. Vegas Golden Knights prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Anaheim Ducks vs Vegas Golden Knights matchup, our predictive model gives the Knights a 53.2% chance of defeating the Ducks.
Vegas Golden Knights: 53.2% win probability
- League-leading Pacific Division position (35 points in 26 games)
- Superior offensive output (92 goals scored vs Ducks' 60)
- Better overall win percentage (16 wins in 26 games vs Ducks' 10 in 23)
Anaheim Ducks: 46.8% win probability
- Bottom of Pacific Division (8th place with 23 points)
- Struggling offense (Lowest goals scored in division with 60)
- Inconsistent recent form (WLWLL in last 5 games)
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Anaheim Ducks vs. Vegas Golden Knights form
Anaheim Ducks vs. Vegas Golden Knights head to head
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Nov 14, 2024
Anaheim Ducks
2 : 3
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Oct 14, 2024
Vegas Golden Knights
3 : 1
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Apr 19, 2024
Vegas Golden Knights
1 : 4
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Dec 28, 2023
Anaheim Ducks
5 : 2
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Nov 6, 2023
Anaheim Ducks
4 : 2
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Oct 15, 2023
Vegas Golden Knights
4 : 1
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