Detroit Red Wings at Anaheim Ducks Picks and Prediction for Friday, October 31, 2025
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The Detroit Red Wings visit the Anaheim Ducks on Friday night at the Honda Center, completing a back-to-back after playing Thursday against the LA Kings. Detroit is second in the Atlantic Division at 7–3–0 after a 5–2 win over St. Louis on Tuesday. Anaheim is third in the Pacific Division at 5–3–1 and returns home following a 3–2 shootout win at Florida. Score with a slap shot using our NHL Picks.
Game Information for Red Wings vs Ducks
Time: 10:00 PM ET
Where: Honda Center, Anaheim, California
TV: ESPN+
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Detroit Red Wings Preview
Detroit has opened the season with a strong attack, averaging 3.50 goals per game and allowing 3.10. The power play ranks among the league’s better groups at 23.3%, while the penalty kill sits at 85.2%. Dylan Larkin leads the team with 16 points on 8 goals and 8 assists, and Alex DeBrincat has added 10 points. Lucas Raymond and Emmitt Finnie each have 8 points through the first 10 games.
The Red Wings have scored at least four goals in three of their last four wins. Defensively, they’ve held opponents to just over 26 shots per game. Goaltending has been shared between John Gibson (4–2–0, 3.20 goals-against average, .876 save percentage) and Cam Talbot (3–1–0, 2.98 GAA, .890 SV%), with both playing well early in the season.
Anaheim Ducks Preview
Anaheim’s young forwards continue to lead the way. Leo Carlsson has 11 points with 4 goals and 7 assists, and Cutter Gauthier leads the Ducks with 6 goals on 45 shots. Troy Terry has produced 10 points, while defenseman Jacob Trouba holds a +8 rating. The Ducks average 3.44 goals per game and have scored at least three goals in four of their last five.
Anaheim’s power play is at 20.0% and the penalty kill at 76.9%. Goaltender Lukas Dostal has started most games and is 3–3–1 with a 2.84 goals-against average and a .906 save percentage. Anaheim’s recent road trip produced three wins in four games, giving the team confidence heading into a home stand.
Detroit Red Wings at Anaheim Ducks Prediction
Detroit has been consistent early, but Anaheim has played well on both ends and returns home with momentum. The Ducks’ scoring and solid goaltending give them the advantage in what will be a close game. Final Score Prediction: Anaheim Ducks win, 3–2.
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