With a win tonight, Anaheim would advance to their 5th Western Conference Final in franchise history. Here’s three keys to the Ducks taking the next step:
The Big Three
You obviously need your best players to play their best games in the biggest moments. Ryan Getzlaf has been a monster in these playoffs, leading the Ducks with a whopping 15 points. Corey Perry has been clutch so far this year, with both of his goals being overtime winners. Ryan Kesler has done a fantastic job this series of containing Connor McDavid.
During Anaheim’s streak of 4 consecutive Game 7 losses, the Twins only have 5 points combined (2 goals for Perry, 3 assists for Getzlaf).