Wed Nov 06 05:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Anaheim Ducks Fall to Vancouver Canucks Despite Early Lead

Anaheim, CA – The Anaheim Ducks suffered a 5-1 loss to the Vancouver Canucks at Honda Center on [date of game], despite taking an early lead.

Olen Zellweger opened the scoring for the Ducks just five minutes into the first period, netting his second goal of the season with a power-play shot from the point. Troy Terry and Mason McTavish assisted on the goal, with Terry becoming the first Duck to reach double-digit points this season.

However, the Canucks quickly turned the tide, scoring twice in quick succession late in the first period. Brock Boeser redirected a shot from Quinn Hughes, and Kiefer Sherwood followed up with a one-timer on the next shift. Elias Pettersson extended the Canucks’ lead in the second period with a deflected point shot.

Jake DeBrusk and Pius Suter added two more goals in the third period, sealing the victory for the Canucks. Kevin Lankinen earned the win for Vancouver, making 21 saves, while Lukas Dostal stopped 31 shots for the Ducks.

The loss drops Anaheim to 4-6-2 on the season, while Vancouver improves to 6-2-3. The Ducks will look to bounce back on Friday when they host the Minnesota Wild in the continuation of their six-game homestand.

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