The second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs opens with a Pacific Division clash as the Vegas Golden Knights meet the Anaheim Ducks in their first-ever postseason matchup. Vegas enters the series after closing out its first-round opponent the Utah Mammoth in six games, averaging 3.33 goals per game while allowing just 2.50, backed by a power play operating near 24% and a penalty kill above 82%. The Golden Knights’ depth has been a defining factor, with multiple players producing at a point-per-game pace and the team outshooting opponents by an average margin of +4.8 shots per game. In net, Carter Hart has provided stability, carrying a save percentage north of .915 through the opening round while facing an average of 28 shots per game.
Anaheim arrives after a physical, grind-it-out series of its own against Edmonton, leaning heavily on its forecheck and defensive structure. The Ducks averaged 2.83 goals per game in the first round while allowing 2.67, with their penalty kill proving especially effective at nearly 85%. They’ve also controlled the faceoff circle at over 51%, helping them manage possession in key moments. Offensively, Anaheim has generated consistent pressure, averaging over 30 shots per game, while its top line has accounted for a significant share of the team’s scoring. Despite being slightly outmatched on paper, the Ducks’ ability to limit high-danger chances and capitalize on turnovers has kept them competitive throughout the postseason.
Here is a quick full game recap of tonight’s game:
Here is the full post game recap of Carter Hart and John Tortorella:
