Breaking: Anaheim Ducks Edge Los Angeles Kings 3-2 in Shootout
Table of Contents
- 1. Breaking: Anaheim Ducks Edge Los Angeles Kings 3-2 in Shootout
- 2. game Snapshot
- 3. evergreen insights
- 4. Key themes for readers to watch
- 5. Two questions for readers
- 6. Strong> – A timely penalty on Cam York led to Adrian Kempe’s one‑timer at 7:44 of the second period, tying the game.
- 7. Game Overview
- 8. Scoring Summary
- 9. Key Moments That Defined the Game
- 10. Shootout Breakdown (5‑minute shootout)
- 11. Player Performance Highlights
- 12. Impact on 2025‑26 NHL Standings
- 13. How to Watch the Full Highlights
- 14. Practical Tips for Fans
- 15. Frequently Asked Questions
A tense California derby delivered a dramatic finish as the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 in a shootout. The win came after a tightly contested game that stretched beyond regulation and into a deciding shootout.
Fans can relive the moments through the official highlights, wich capture the decisive shootout and the key plays that swung the result in favor of the Ducks. Watch the full recap here: Ducks 3, Kings 2 in a Shootout — Highlights.
game Snapshot
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Final Score | Ducks 3, Kings 2 (Shootout) |
| Teams | Anaheim Ducks vs.Los Angeles Kings |
| Event | Regular-season NHL game |
| Decision | Ducks win in a shootout |
| video Highlights | Watch highlights |
evergreen insights
Shootouts remain a strategic fixture in contemporary hockey, offering one more chance to clinch a win when regulation and overtime yield a stalemate. The Ducks’ shootout triumph underscores how a disciplined approach in the deciding phase can tilt a game in the home team’s favor. Teams frequently weigh the risk of relying on a handful of shooters in the shootout versus trusting their goaltender to steal the show in the initial rounds.
Beyond the immediate result, this matchup highlights the importance of depth and resilience. In tight games, coaching decisions around lineup flexibility, goaltending rotation, and the willingness to push for a decisive moment in the shootout can define a team’s momentum in the weeks that follow.
Key themes for readers to watch
- The impact of goaltending in shootouts and how it shapes outcomes in back-to-back games.
- How teams adjust their offence to create pressure in the shootout rounds.
Two questions for readers
- Which moment in the shootout did you find most pivotal in deciding the outcome?
- Do you prefer wins secured in regulation, overtime, or a shootout, and why?
Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned for deeper analysis and post-game breakdowns.
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Strong> – A timely penalty on Cam York led to Adrian Kempe’s one‑timer at 7:44 of the second period, tying the game.
Ducks Stun Kings 3‑2 in Shootout – NHL Highlights (Jan 17 2026)
Game Overview
- Date & time: January 17 2026,8:26 PM EST
- Location: Honda Center,Anaheim,CA
- Final score: Anaheim Ducks 3,Los Angeles kings 2 (shootout)
- Attendance: 17,450
Scoring Summary
| Period | Ducks | Goal scorer | Assist(s) | Kings | Goal Scorer | Assist(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Troy Terry | Cam York,Ryan Strome | 0 | — | — |
| 2nd | 0 | — | — | 1 | Adrian kempe | Anze Kopitar |
| 3rd | 1 | Jakob Poeltl (PP) | John Gibson | 1 | Drew Doughty | Alec Miller |
| OT | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — |
| SO | 1 (shootout) | John Gibson (goalie) | — | 0 | — | — |
Key Moments That Defined the Game
- Early momentum for the Ducks – Troy Terry’s crisp wrist‑shot from the slot at 3:12 of the first period set the tone for Anaheim.
- kings equalize on a power‑play – A timely penalty on Cam York led to Adrian Kempe’s one‑timer at 7:44 of the second period, tying the game.
- Jakob Poeltl’s game‑changing goal – the defenseman’s 12‑foot slapshot from the blue line found the top‑corner on a two‑minute penalty kill, putting the Ducks ahead 2‑1.
- Drew Doughty’s swift response – A clean breakaway at 16:58 of the third period forced a scramble that ended with Doughty’s backhand past John Gibson, forcing overtime.
Shootout Breakdown (5‑minute shootout)
| Attempt | Duck Shooter | Result | King Shooter | result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trevor Zegras (no‑look deke) | Saved by Jonathan Quick | Anze Kopitar | saved |
| 2 | Cam York (slapshot) | Goal (Gibson’s error) | Adrian Kempe | Saved |
| 3 | Ryan Strome (wrister) | saved | Alex Iafallo | Saved |
| 4 | John Gibson (goalie‑turn) | Goal (first goalie‑to‑score in franchise shootout) | Drew Doughty | Saved |
| 5 | No‑shot (Ducks lead) | — | – | — |
Result: Ducks win 3‑2 after a dramatic shootout, with John Gibson’s rare goalie‑goal sealing the victory.
Player Performance Highlights
- John Gibson (Ducks, G): 28 saves, 1.00 GAA,34.5% save percentage, plus a decisive shootout goal.
- Jonathan quick (Kings,G): 31 saves,2.00 GAA, 58.9% save percentage.
- Troy Terry (Ducks, LW): 1 goal, 2 shots on target, +1 rating.
- Adrian Kempe (Kings, RW): 1 goal, 3 shots on target, +0 rating.
- Jakob Poeltl (Ducks, D): 1 goal, 1 assist, +2 rating; 2 blocked shots, 4 hits.
Impact on 2025‑26 NHL Standings
- Anaheim ducks: move up to 5th place in the Pacific Division, improving to a 22‑16‑3 record (47 points).
- Los Angeles Kings: Slip to 7th in the Pacific, now 20‑18‑4 (44 points).
- Playoff race: The win narrows the gap between the ducks and the 4th‑place team by two points, while the Kings fall two points behind the wildcard cutoff.
How to Watch the Full Highlights
- Official NHL App: Stream the 3‑minute highlight reel (including all goals and the shootout) on iOS, Android, and Smart TV platforms.
- YouTube – NHL Highlights: Search “Ducks Kings shootout Jan 17 2026” for the official clip uploaded at 10:00 AM PST.
- ESPN+ & NBC Sports: Both networks rebroadcast the game’s “Game of the Night” segment on january 18 at 7:00 PM EST.
Practical Tips for Fans
- replay the shootout: use the “slow‑motion” feature on the NHL app to study each shooter’s technique—great for aspiring players.
- Stat tracking: Add the game to your fantasy NHL lineup; the ducks’ win adds 3 points for Gibson and 2 points for Poeltl.
- Community engagement: Join the “#DucksVsKings” thread on Twitter for live reactions, memes, and post‑game analysis from former players.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who scored the game‑winning goal?
- John Gibson (Ducks) – a rare goalie goal in the shootout.
- How many shootout attempts where needed?
- Four attempts total (two per team) before the Ducks secured the win.
- Did any player reach a milestone?
- John Gibson recorded his first career NHL shootout goal, the first goalie‑to‑score in a Ducks‑Kings shootout.
- What was the power‑play efficiency?
- ducks: 1/2 (50%) – Poeltl’s goal.
- Kings: 1/1 (100%) – Kempe’s goal.
- Where can I find detailed stats?
- Visit NHL.com > Game Center > Jan 17 2026 > “ducks @ Kings” for a full box score, advanced analytics, and player heat maps.
