Rookie Goalie Dostal Propels Anaheim Ducks to Pacific Division Lead

As of November 10th, 2025, the Anaheim Ducks have taken the Pacific Division by storm, sitting atop the standings with an impressive 11-3-1 record and 23 points. This unexpected rise has caught many analysts by surprise, as the Ducks were not widely predicted to be this dominant this early in the season.

A key factor behind the Ducks' success has been the play of their young goaltender, Lukas Dostal. The 25-year-old has provided the team with the solid goaltending they have lacked in recent years, posting a 2.66 goals-against average and a .908 save percentage. Dostal has made 30 or more saves in seven games this season, including a 33-save performance against the New Jersey Devils on November 2nd.

The Ducks have also been getting scoring from all over their lineup, a stark contrast to their past struggles. Leading the way is Leo Carlsson, who has 10 goals and 25 points in just 15 games. Cutter Gauthier has also taken a significant step forward, contributing 11 goals and 20 points. Veteran players like Troy Terry and Chris Kreider have also been key contributors, sitting third and fourth on the team in scoring, respectively.

With the Ducks' balanced attack and solid goaltending, the team appears poised to sustain their success and challenge the likes of the Golden Knights, Colorado Avalanche, Edmonton Oilers, and Dallas Stars for a spot in the Western Conference playoffs.