UPDATE: The Anaheim Ducks achieved a stunning comeback win against the Utah Mammoth, sealing a 3-2 victory in overtime on October 30, 2023. Just 4.1 seconds from defeat, Troy Terry scored to tie the game, before Olen Zellweger netted the game-winner just 1:50 into overtime.
The Ducks, who had been struggling with a three-game losing streak, fought back with determination. Terry’s clutch goal came after he tapped in a rebound from Chris Kreider, who deflected a shot from Cutter Gauthier off the post while the Ducks had an extra attacker on the ice. Moments later, Zellweger found himself unmarked and capitalized effortlessly on a disorganized Mammoth defense to score his second goal of the season.
In addition to the thrilling finish, Lukas Dostal delivered a solid performance with 16 saves, while Jackson LaCombe scored his first goal of the season, putting the Ducks back in first place in the Pacific Division. This win marks a significant turnaround for Anaheim, who had previously enjoyed a seven-game winning streak before this recent slump.
The Mammoth’s Logan Cooley ended an eight-game goal drought by scoring with 10:41 left in regulation, marking his ninth goal of the season. This goal came after a deflection off Ducks defenseman Drew Helleson, providing a moment of hope for the Mammoth, who have now lost five of their last six games.
The Ducks opened the scoring early in the first period when Ryan Strome assisted LaCombe’s goal, which was particularly special for him as it followed his recent $72 million contract extension. The Mammoth equalized late in the second period with Dylan Guenther‘s goal, assisted by Nate Schmidt.
In player news, Ducks captain Radko Gudas made his return after an eleven-game injury absence, but teammate Mikael Granlund remained sidelined for the tenth time in eleven games.
Fans can look forward to the Ducks’ next matchup against the Boston Bruins at the Honda Center on Wednesday, eager to see if they can maintain their winning momentum.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Ducks continue their six-game homestand, demonstrating resilience and determination on the ice.
