Ducks vs. Sharks Preseason Showdown: Game Preview and Roster Updates
The Ducks are back at Honda Center tonight for the first of two preseason matchups against the Sharks this week, with puck drop scheduled for 7 p.m. Anaheim secured their second preseason win with a 5-3 victory over the Kings on Saturday, highlighted by a thrilling third period comeback led by Tyson Hinds, Matthew Phillips, and Nico Myatovic. Pavel Mintyukov and Nathan Gaucher also contributed goals in the game.
Head coach Joel Quenneville praised the team's effort, emphasizing the hard work and determination displayed by the players throughout the game. The Ducks' goaltending was particularly outstanding, and their persistence paid off with a late bounce and power play opportunity that sealed the win.
Following the victory, the Ducks made additional roster moves, reducing their training camp roster to 30 players, including 17 forwards, 10 defensemen, and three goaltenders. The Sharks, who enter tonight's game with a 1-1-0 preseason record, will look to bounce back after a loss to the Golden Knights on Friday, with Dmitry Orlov scoring the team's lone goal in that game.
Fans can catch tonight's game on Victory+ / FOX Plus (Ch. 13), as the Ducks and Sharks face off in an exciting preseason showdown. The stage is set for an intense matchup between these two Pacific Division rivals, as both teams aim to fine-tune their game ahead of the regular season.