Ducks aim to extend 5-game win streak against Avalanche
Teams meet for third time this season after Ducks' previous shootout victory
Avalanche favored at -157 despite Ducks' strong home record of 20-8-1
Game features top performers like Leo Carlsson and Nathan MacKinnon
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The Anaheim Ducks will look to extend their five-game winning streak when they host the Colorado Avalanche at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10 p.m. EST, as the Pacific Division team faces off against one of the NHL's top clubs. The Ducks have been on a remarkable run recently, posting an 8-2-0 record in their last ten games while averaging 3.4 goals per contest. This matchup marks the third meeting between these teams this season, with the Ducks having previously secured a 2-1 victory in a shootout during their last encounter. The Avalanche enter this contest with a formidable 40-10-9 overall record and 18-6-5 mark on the road, making them significant favorites despite the Ducks' strong recent performance. Both teams are relatively healthy with no significant injuries listed, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting contest between two competitive Western Conference teams.
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Ducks bring 5-game win streak into matchup against the Avalanche The Anaheim Ducks come into a matchup against the Colorado Avalanche as winners of five consecutive games By The Associated Press March 3, 2026, 4:11 AM Colorado Avalanche (40-10-9, in the Central Division) vs. Anaheim Ducks (33-23-3, in the Pacific Division) Anaheim, California; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Avalanche -157, Ducks +131; over/under is 6.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Anaheim Ducks will try to keep a five-game win streak going when they host the Colorado Avalanche. Anaheim has a 20-8-1 record in home games and a 33-23-3 record overall. The Ducks have gone 15-7-2 in games their opponents commit more penalties. Colorado is 18-6-5 on the road and 40-10-9 overall. The Avalanche have gone 20-4-6 when they commit fewer penalties than their opponent. Tuesday's game is the third time these teams square off this season. The Ducks won the previous matchup 2-1 in a shootout. TOP PERFORMERS: Leo Carlsson has scored 20 goals with 28 assists for the Ducks. Cutter Gauthier has six goals and four assists over the past 10 games. Nathan MacKinnon has 41 goals and 58 assists for the Avalanche. Brock Nelson has six goals and two assists over the last 10 games. Popular Reads Iran war live updates: US embassy in Saudi Arabia struck by Iranian drones: Officials 37 minutes ago Terrorism motive probed in mass shooting at Austin bar: FBI Mar 1, 9:33 PM Nancy Guthrie live updates: More than 1 suspect not ruled out, sheriff's office says Feb 21, 5:31 PM LAST 10 GAMES: Ducks: 8-2-0, averaging 3.4 goals, 6.1 assists, 2.4 penalties and 5.3 penalty minutes while giving up 2.8 goals per game. Avalanche: 6-4-0, averaging 3.1 goals, 5.3 assists, 3.7 penalties and 8.2 penalty minutes while giving up 2.2 goals per game. INJURIES: Ducks: None listed. Avalanche: None listed. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar . Sponsored Content by Taboola Popular R...