Anaheim Ducks face their biggest challenge yet as injuries sideline key goaltenders Lukáš Dostál and Petr Mrázek, forcing Ville Husso and Vyacheslav Buteyets to step up. Can rookie Beckett Sennecke and the Ducks defense tighten up under pressure, or will the goalie crisis expose critical weaknesses in their NHL campaign? 

Kyle Kjer highlights the Ducks’ wild holiday weekend, breaking down dramatic moments—including record-setting goals, defensive lapses, and the ongoing “Michigan” debate. Key topics include Dostál’s reserve placement, Mrázek’s concerning groin injury, and Husso’s emergency performance against the St. Louis Blues and Chicago Blackhawks. With the defense scrambling and offensive firepower masking deeper issues, the Ducks’ playoff hopes hang in the balance. Is “The Michigan” goal now taboo for rookies, and can Anaheim survive adversity as the season heats up? 

0:00 – Ducks’ Goalie Crisis Season overview, goaltending injuries, and major lineup challenges (“goalie gossip”, team at a crossroads). 

13:11 – Michigan Goal Debate Is the “Michigan” (lacrosse-style) goal still accepted? Rookie confidence, evolving NHL opinions, and Beckett Sennecke’s attempt. 

22:45 – Defensive Struggles Anaheim's defensive woes, breakdowns, sustainability concerns, and what needs to change for team success. 

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