In a dramatic finish to the regular season, the Anaheim Ducks overcame a 4-3 deficit to defeat the Nashville Predators 5-4 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Troy Terry's game-winning goal with just three minutes left secured the Ducks' first playoff appearance since 2018. Despite a rough end to the season, where they lost eight of their last nine games, the Ducks managed to clinch third place in the Pacific Division with a record of 43-33-6, totaling 92 points. Cutter Gauthier's 41 goals this season placed him in the top ten for most goals in a single season in Ducks history. The Ducks will now face the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, marking the third postseason meeting between the two teams. Anaheim's comeback victory was significant, as they avoided a matchup with the Presidents Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche. The Ducks' special teams struggled throughout the season, finishing with an 18.6% power play conversion rate, ranking them 23rd in the NHL. This win not only highlights the Ducks' resilience but also sets the stage for an exciting playoff run.