The Predators lead after two periods, with Anaheim narrowly ahead in shots and the goaltending keeping the margin tight.
After two periods on Wednesday, Nashville leads Anaheim 2-1 despite trailing 17-16 in shots. Jayden Struble has a goal and an assist for two points, is plus-2 with one shot, and Nils Hoglander has a goal with two shots for Nashville. Cutter Gauthier has Anaheim’s goal, three shots and a plus-1 rating; Justus Annunen has stopped 16 of 17 shots (94.1%), while Laurent Brossoit has made 14 saves on 16 shots (87.5%). Anaheim has a 19-15 edge in hits, but Nashville has 18 giveaways to the Ducks’ eight, and neither team has scored on the power play.
Key Performers
Jayden Struble, Nashville: 1 G, 1 A, 2 P, +2, 1 SOG Cutter Gauthier, Anaheim: 1 G, 1 P, +1, 3 SOG Goalies: Annunen 16/17 saves (94.1%); Brossoit 14/16 (87.5%)