Anaheim Ducks Ready For Showdown Against the Chicago Blackhawks
By Kris Hill
It’s A Battle For Supremacy Over The NHL, Western Conference
Feb 12, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Anaheim Ducks right wing Brad Staubitz (25) fights with Chicago Blackhawks left wing Bryan Bickell (29) during the second period at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Grabowski-USA TODAY Sports
Anaheim, CA – The Anaheim Ducks are looking to not only justify their shootout win a month ago, but gain valuable ground in the hunt for the President’s Trophy. The Chicago Blackhawks will look to continue their new points streak.
The Ducks are coming off a 5-3 win over the San Jose Sharks. Corey Perry, who signed an eight-year, $69 million extension will be serving the final game of his four-game. Brad Staubitz has been removed from the IR and should be available for tonight.
The Blackhawks are coming off of a revenge 5-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche. Marian Hossa will be out for tonight’s game with the injury that took him out of the game against the Aves.
Team Stats:
Season Head-to-Head Match-ups:
| Date | Vis/Home | Final |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 12, 2013 | ANA@CHI | ANA, 3 – 2 (SO) |
Projected Goalie Matchup:
| Name | Corey Crawford | Jonas Hiller |
| GP | 18 | 15 |
| Wins | 13 | 10 |
| Losses | 2 | 2 |
| OTL | 3 | 3 |
| SO | 2 | 1 |
| GAA | 1.79 | 2.53 |
| Save % | .929 | .911 |
Injury report:
| Team | Player | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marian Hossa | Upper Body | |
| Patrick Sharp* | Upper Body | |
| Corey Perry | Suspension | |
| Nick Bonino* | Flu |
*On Injured Reserve
Team Records:
Chicago Blackhawks: 24-2-3, 51 points (1st in the Central Division)
Anaheim Ducks: 21-3-4, 46 points (1st in the Pacific Division)
Broadcast Info:
TV: Fox Sports-Prime Ticket
Radio: ESPN 830