Ducks’ playoff hopes dwindle with loss to Carolina
- The Ducks lost to the Carolina Hurricanes 5-2, which reduced their playoff chances significantly, according to game reports.
- Taylor Hall scored a hat trick for the Hurricanes, securing his team's ninth victory in ten games.
- The Ducks are now 13 points behind the St. Louis Blues for the final wild-card spot after only 12 games left to play, according to current standings.
- Despite a goal from Trevor Zegras, the Ducks failed to capitalize on several power play opportunities, finishing 0-for-6 on the night.
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Ducks’ playoff hopes dwindle with loss to Carolina
Carolina Hurricanes left wing Taylor Hall (71) celebrates his goal with center Jesperi Kotkaniemi (82) during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Ducks, Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong) Carolina Hurricanes left wing Taylor Hall (71) celebrates his goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Ducks, Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong) Ducks left wing…
Taylor Hall scores his 6th career hat trick in the 3rd period, leading Hurricanes past Ducks 5-2
Taylor Hall scored three goals in the third period for his sixth career hat trick, and the Carolina Hurricanes rebounded from their first loss in three weeks with a 5-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks.
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