The Anaheim Ducks were looking to stop a skid that started after they returned from their successful road trip in a road game against the San Jose Sharks, and while they were unable to get a victory, they were able to push a hard-fought game into overtime. Anaheim eventually would fall in the shootout, but Ryan Miller’s 44 saves in regulation and the overtime period were certainly deserving of something to show for the effort in the standings. Here’s a period-by-period breakdown of how this game ended up in a shootout.
1st Period:
The 1st period began with a blistering pace, with the Ducks giving up a 2-on-1 rush in the first two minutes of the game.