GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The Anaheim Ducks dealt Arizona two of the Coyotes' most impactful losses during a dreadful first half of the season. That's a trend the showing-some-improvement Coyotes want to halt Saturday night.
The only problem is, after meeting a succession of teams on losing streaks while they won four in a row and five of seven, the Coyotes now face a team that's surging as the NHL playoff stretch drive nears.
The Ducks, currently third in the Pacific Division with a 31-20-11 record, are the winners of four in a row, seven of 10 and four of their last five on the road as they get the old reliables working at the same time: timely scoring, consistent goaltending and strong defensive play.