Rangers vs. Ducks: Projected Lineups Revealed
The highly anticipated matchup between the Ducks and the Rangers is set for 7 p.m. ET. Both teams have had their ups and downs this season, making this a crucial game for their standings. The Ducks currently hold a record of 19 wins, 12 losses, and 1 overtime loss, while the Rangers sit at 16 wins, 13 losses, and 4 overtime losses.
Ducks Projected Lineup
The Ducks have made several lineup adjustments ahead of the game. Their projected lineup features a combination of well-known players and promising talent:
- Cutter Gauthier – Leo Carlsson – Alex Killorn
- Chris Kreider – Mason McTavish – Beckett Sennecke
- Frank Vatrano – Mikael Granlund – Troy Terry
- Ross Johnston – Ryan Poehling – Ryan Strome
On defense, the Ducks are expected to use:
- Jackson LaCombe – Jacob Trouba
- Pavel Mintyukov – Radko Gudas
- Olen Zellweger – Ian Moore
In goal, the Ducks will alternate between Lukas Dostal and Ville Husso. Key players who will not be playing include Nikita Nesterenko, Drew Helleson, and Jansen Harkins. Goalkeeper Petr Mrazek is injured due to a lower-body issue.
Rangers Projected Lineup
The Rangers are also dealing with lineup challenges as they prepare for the Ducks. Their projected roster includes:
- Conor Sheary – Vincent Trocheck – Alexis Lafreniere
- Artemi Panarin – J.T. Miller – Jonny Brodzinski
- Brett Berard – Noah Laba – Will Cuylle
- Taylor Raddysh – Sam Carrick – Matt Rempe
The defensive pairing for the Rangers features:
- Vladislav Gavrikov – Braden Schneider
- Carson Soucy – Will Borgen
- Uhro Vaakanainen – Matthew Robertson
In net for the Rangers, Igor Shesterkin is expected to start, with Jonathan Quick as backup. The Rangers will be without high-impact players Mika Zibanejad, Adam Fox, and Adam Edstrom, who are scratched or injured.
Status Report
Pavel Mintyukov will make his return to the lineup after being a healthy scratch in the last game. Meanwhile, Mika Zibanejad missed a team meeting and will not participate in the matchup. Matt Rempe is returning from an upper-body injury, marking his first game since October 23, when he was injured against the Sharks. This will be an important game for both teams as they look to improve their playoff positions.
