Anaheim Ducks vs Dallas Stars February 4th 2025

Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Stars versus the Ducks? The puck drops at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. In this Western matchup, the Stars are favored by -1.5 goals against the Ducks. The over/under for the game is 5.5 goals.

Dallas vs. Anaheim Key Information

• Teams: Stars at Ducks
• Where: Honda Center Anaheim
• Date: Tuesday, February 4th
• Betting Odds DAL -226 | ANA +188 O/U 5.5

The Stars Can Win If…

Dallas fell to 34-17-1 after a 4-2 road loss to the Panthers. The Stars trailed 2-0 before tying it up, but gave up two unanswered goals, including an empty-netter. As underdogs on the puck line, Dallas failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short.

Evgenii Dadonov put the Stars on the board at 8:38 in the second period, and Matt Duchene followed up to tie the game. However, the Panthers responded with a goal at 17:28 in the third and sealed the win with an empty-net goal at the 19:00 mark.

Dallas took 25 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Florida. Evgenii Dadonov scored his second goal of the season on a power play, while Matt Duchene added his seventh goal. Duchene also picked up his eighth assist of the year.

After a scoreless first period, Dallas got on the board at 8:38 in the second, with their second goal coming at 11:22. The Stars were credited with 32 giveaways in the game.

Dallas’ defense will aim to improve after giving up four goals to the Panthers. The Stars had tied the game at 2-2 in the second period, but they allowed two more goals, including the game-winner just 2:32 into the third. Goalie Casey DeSmith finished with 21 saves and a save percentage of 87.5%.

• Spanning across their last three games, Dallas have gone 3-0. The team has also been excellent vs the spread, going 3-0. Their over-under record in these games was 3-0.
• Dallas has put together a record of 7-3 in their last ten games (regular season). In these contests, the team went just 6-4 against the spread, while going 5-5 on the over-under.

The Ducks Can Win If…

The Ducks fell to 22-24-6 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. Anaheim entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals. The combined score of 6 fell just short of the total.

Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period. They didn’t get on the board until the third period, when Brock McGinn scored at 9:44. Mason McTavish added another goal for the Ducks with just 4 seconds left in the game.

Anaheim’s offense was held scoreless until the third period in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish followed with his second, coming on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.

The Ducks fired 39 shots on goal but were hindered by 16 giveaways. Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season, and Troy Terry added his fifth assist on McTavish’s late power-play goal.

Anaheim’s defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period and another late in the second, all before the Ducks got on the board. Two of Chicago’s goals came on the power play. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%.

• Over their last three games, the Ducks have gone 2-1 straight up. Their strong play has also resulted in an puck line mark of 2-1 (last 3). They had an over/under mark of 1-2 in those same games.
• The Ducks have gone 5-5 over their last ten regular season games. Against the spread, Anaheim went 6-4 in these games and finished with an over-under mark of 4-5-1.

The Lean

For a moneyline pick, I’m taking the Ducks to pick up on a win over the Stars at home. With the moneyline sitting at +188, I’ll be locking in a bet on the Ducks straight-up.

If you’re looking to get a bet down on this matchup, we foresee the Ducks winning the underdog. However, if you’re not as confident in the Ducks straight-up, we’d still recommend placing a bet on them to cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 5.5 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

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Ducks, Stars Set for High-Stakes Clash in Anaheim Amid Winning Streaks

The Dallas Stars bring their impressive five-game winning streak to California as they kick off a three-game road trip against the resurgent Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night. Both teams are coming off comeback victories, making this matchup a battle of momentum and resilience.

Dallas Stars: Riding High and Seeking Revenge

Currently sitting second in the Central Division with 69 points, the Stars are just eight points behind the first-place Winnipeg Jets. Tuesday’s game will be their second meeting with the Ducks this season, and Dallas is eager to avenge a 4-2 loss on Nov. 18, a game in which Anaheim’s Lukas Dostal made 34 saves, and Brett Leason contributed a goal and two assists.

Following that defeat, head coach Pete DeBoer acknowledged the team’s off-night but emphasized the importance of bouncing back:

“This type of game is going to happen to everybody in the league at some point. Over an 82-game schedule, you’re going to have a game where you’re either off, flat or get behind and can’t come back. It’s all about our response.”

The Stars have responded in dominant fashion, going 23-11-1 since that game and climbing to third overall in the NHL standings.

Key Players to Watch for Dallas

Dallas extended their winning streak on Sunday with a 5-3 comeback victory over Columbus, featuring strong performances from:

• Evgenii Dadonov – Scored twice in the third period, playing a key role in the comeback.
• Wyatt Johnston – Contributed a goal and an assist, continuing his strong offensive play.
• Mason Marchment – Returned to action after missing time due to facial surgery, scoring in his first game back.

Marchment’s return adds another offensive weapon for the Stars, though he admitted recovering from his injury was difficult:

“My nose was shattered, so just breathing was the hardest part. It was swollen for so long, and it took so long for me to breathe out of my nose. You need to breathe out of your nose to play, so that was probably the worst part.”

Anaheim Ducks: Finding Their Groove at Home

The Anaheim Ducks are also in top form, winning four of their last five games, including a 3-2 comeback victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday. The Ducks trailed 2-0 after the first period but responded with second-period goals from:

• Mason McTavish – His seventh goal in six games, highlighting his red-hot form.
• Frank Vatrano – His fifth goal in six games, proving to be a key contributor.
• Alex Killorn – Scored the game-winning goal in the third period, also adding an assist.

Killorn spoke about the team’s resilience:

“After the first period, we did a better job getting up ice, creating more. We didn’t spend as much time in the (defensive) zone.”

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Anaheim’s Strength at Honda Center

The Ducks have been particularly strong at home, going 6-1-1 in their last eight games at Honda Center. A key statistic for Anaheim is their 21-0-2 record when scoring three or more goals, proving that offensive production is critical to their success.

Despite their recent success, Killorn acknowledged that the team needs to start games better:

“It’s great to come back, but I think we’d rather not have to. It shows the resilience of this group.”

Anaheim currently sits sixth in the Pacific Division, nine points behind Calgary for the final Western Conference wild-card spot. A win against Dallas would keep them in the hunt for a potential playoff push.

Key Storylines to Watch

• Can Dallas Extend Their Streak? – The Stars are one of the hottest teams in the NHL right now and will look to keep rolling.
• Will Anaheim Continue Their Home Dominance? – The Ducks have thrived at Honda Center and will try to secure another win.
• Revenge Game for Dallas? – The Stars will be looking to avenge their November loss to the Ducks.

With both teams playing some of their best hockey of the season, Tuesday’s matchup promises to be an intense battle between two confident squads.