ANAHEIM, Calif. — In an exciting matchup on Tuesday, Ryan Strome netted the decisive goal with just over three minutes remaining, leading the Anaheim Ducks to a 3-2 triumph against the New Jersey Devils. Despite holding a two-goal advantage in the third period, the Ducks managed to regroup and secure their second consecutive win after a tough stretch.

Strome’s performance was pivotal, contributing both a goal and an assist to the Ducks’ victory. He was joined on the scoresheet by teammates Troy Terry and Robby Fabbri, while goaltender Lukas Dostal turned aside 32 shots to keep New Jersey at bay. The win marked a rare back-to-back victory for Anaheim, a feat they have achieved twice in the past six weeks.

New Jersey’s Timo Meier tied the game late in the third period, but the team ultimately suffered its second consecutive defeat, causing them to lose their hold on the Eastern Conference lead. Alongside Meier, Jonas Siegenthaler also found the back of the net, and goaltender Jacob Markstrom made 23 saves throughout the contest.

The Ducks opened the scoring in the first period after Terry intercepted a pass in the neutral zone, leading to his 11th goal assisted by Strome from behind the net. Later, in the third period, Fabbri capitalized on a 2-on-1 opportunity alongside Cutter Gauthier to extend Anaheim’s lead. However, Siegenthaler quickly responded for the Devils with a long-range shot that marked his first goal since early November. Dougie Hamilton then assisted Meier’s tally, bringing New Jersey level briefly.

Key insights from the game highlighted the Devils’ struggle in the initial two periods of the match, as they looked to bounce back on their four-game West Coast trip. In contrast, the Ducks exhibited an intensity that has been inconsistent this season, previously knocking off both conference leaders at home in recent games.

A defining moment came when Strome received the puck following a series of passes in New Jersey’s territory and unleashed a well-placed shot that navigated through the traffic created by teammates Radko Gudas and Frank Vatrano, ultimately eluding Markstrom.

On a statistical note, brothers Jack and Luke Hughes from the Devils combined for a total of 11 shots on goal, but found Dostal consistently solid at goal.

Looking ahead, the Devils will remain in Anaheim for a clash against the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday, while the Ducks are set to face off against the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday.