To say that the Ducks typically go the way their captain goes is probably an understatement.
When Ryan Getzlaf is on his game the Ducks are at their best. When he’s out of their lineup, they often look out of sync.
Friday was Exhibit A, with an added story line. Getzlaf had three assists in his first game back since he underwent an appendectomy last week in a 4-2 win against Columbus.
Was the Ducks’ early season malaise removed along with that appendix?
Here’s what we learned:
The band is back together … for now
Ducks Coach Bruce Boudreau reunited Getzlaf with Corey Perry and Patrick Maroon, and they combined for a goal and six assists.