Blues Overpower Ducks in 6-2 Victory

The St. Louis Blues secured a commanding 6-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center on April 4, 2026. This win marked the Blues' third victory in their last four meetings against the Ducks, further establishing their dominance in the series, which they now lead 2-1 this season. The Ducks, who have struggled recently, faced their third consecutive loss, highlighting ongoing challenges as they approach the end of the season.

In terms of recent form, the Ducks have recorded a 5-5 record over their last ten games, but they are currently on a three-game losing streak. During this stretch, they have averaged 3.3 goals scored while allowing 3.2 goals per game. Their last five games show a record of 2-3, with an average of 3.4 goals scored and 3.6 goals allowed, indicating a slight struggle on both ends of the ice. Their home record in this recent stretch stands at 1-2, while they have performed better away with a 4-3 record.

Conversely, the Blues have fared better in their recent outings, boasting a 6-4 record in their last ten games, although they are also on a two-game losing streak. The Blues have averaged 2.7 goals scored and a remarkable 1.8 goals allowed per game during this stretch. Their last five games have yielded a 3-2 record, with an average of 3.0 goals scored and 1.8 goals allowed. They have been particularly strong at home, with a 4-0 record in their last four home games, but have struggled on the road with a 2-4 away record.

The Ducks have faced significant injury challenges, with several key players sidelined. Nick Jensen (knee), Petr Mrazek (hip), Troy Terry (hip), Drew Helleson (undisclosed), and Ryan Poehling (upper body) were all out for this matchup, impacting the Ducks' lineup and overall performance. The absence of these players, particularly Poehling, who contributed to the scoring with a goal in the first period, was felt throughout the game.

The market had priced the Ducks as the favorites with odds of -142 from DraftKings, while the Blues were listed at +120. The spread was set at -1.5, with a total of 6.5 goals for the game. The betting lines reflected a competitive matchup, although the Ducks' recent form and injury situation may have influenced the odds.

The game started with a flurry of scoring, with the Ducks taking an early lead through a goal from Ryan Poehling, assisted by Mason McTavish and Olen Zellweger. However, the Blues quickly responded, with Robert Thomas scoring to tie the game at one. Dylan Holloway then put the Blues ahead, but Jeffrey Viel leveled the score for the Ducks once again. The first period ended with the Blues leading 3-2 after Jonatan Berggren found the net.

The second period saw the Blues extend their lead with goals from Pius Suter and Colton Parayko, bringing the score to 5-2. Dylan Holloway capped off the scoring for the Blues in the third period, solidifying their dominance in the game. The Ducks were unable to mount a comeback, as their struggles continued on home ice.

Overall, the matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with the Blues capitalizing on their opportunities and the Ducks continuing to face adversity as they navigate injuries and a challenging stretch of games.