Ducks Prevail Over Blues in Shutout Victory

Anaheim, Calif. – The Anaheim Ducks shut out the St. Louis Blues 4-0 on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Honda Center, concluding a successful nine-game homestand. The Ducks’ victory halted the Blues’ four-game winning streak and their six-game winning streak at the Honda Center.

Ducks Dominate on Home Ice

The Ducks finished their homestand with a 7-2-0 record, having won 10 of their last 12 home games and boasting a 22-10-1 record at home this season. Despite the win, Ducks coach Joel Quenneville acknowledged the team’s performance wasn’t flawless, stating, “Nine straight, you’re gonna find something wrong with one or two of them…we caught them on a good night and that happens in our game.”

Blues Struggle Offensively

The Blues were stifled offensively, managing only 22 shots on goal. Mikael Granlund commented on the Blues’ defensive strength, saying, “They’ve been defending really good as a team, so we just couldn’t get anything going on.” Ville Husso made 31 saves for the Ducks in his second start in three games.

Key Players and Game Details

Beckett Sennecke, Jacob Trouba, and Tim Washe each led the Ducks with three shots on goal. Cutter Gauthier, typically a high-volume shooter, did not register a shot on net, ending his four-game goal streak.

Recent Form and Season Series

The Blues entered the game with a three-game winning streak, including a 3-2 overtime victory against the San Jose Sharks on Friday. However, the Ducks had previously won the first meeting between the two teams this season, 4-1, in early December. The Blues have historically performed well against the Ducks, winning 10 of their last 11 matchups.

Statistical Highlights

• The Ducks have created 3.3 expected goals per game, ranking among the top three teams in the league.
• The Blues have one of the worst power play conversion rates in the league, at 16.9%.
• The Ducks have been sent to the penalty box in the first period in 45 of 62 games.

Looking Ahead

The Ducks will continue their season with upcoming games, building on their strong home record. The Blues will aim to regain their momentum as they continue their road trip.