If you believe the Detroit Red Wings’ goaltending is cause for worry, consider the plight of the Anaheim Ducks.

The Ducks are exceeding expectations with a 16-9-1 record and a first-place standing in the Pacific Division.  Goalie Lukas Dostal (11-5-1, 2.81, .904) played a big role in their rise this season. But he was injured on Friday, and then his backup, ex-Red Wings player Petr Mrazek, was injured two days later.

Anaheim goaltender Petr Mrazek leaves with the game an apparent injury.

He’s unfortunately dealt with groin issues in the past, hopefully it’s not that but he’s clearly in discomfort and has exited. #Blackhawks pic.twitter.com/4UhOkqu4pz

— Charlie Roumeliotis (@CRoumeliotis) November 30, 2025

 

What that all means is that another former Red Wings player, Ville Husso, is now the man entrusted to keep the party going. He started this season with the AHL San Diego Gulls.

Husso is holding his own thus far as the temporary starter.

The veteran Finn goalie is 2-1 in three games since joining the Ducks with a 2.70 goals-against average and an .880 save percentage. He beat the St. Louis Blues 4-1 in his last outing.

Dostal (upper body) is expected to be out for two to three weeks. No word yet on Mrazek’s timetable.

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Red Wings Extra

Tonight’s Detroit starter, John Gibson, has given up 15 goals in his past three starts. The Pittsburgh native has surrendered four or more goals eight times in 13 starts. By contrast, Cam Talbot has surrendered four or more goals four times in 15 appearances.

Hockey Now Network

Boston: David Pastrnak is not traveling with the team. He will miss his third consecutive game tonight when the Bruins play at Detroit. Boston Bruins. 

Chicago: The Blackhawks are expected to trade Laurent Brossoit after his conditioning stint. Chicago Blackhawks.

Colorado: Valeri Nichushkin’s return from the injured list could be tonight. Colorado Avalanche.

New Jersey: Devils face NHL punishment for violating pre-game helmet rule. New Jersey Devils. 

Pittsburgh: Dan Kingerski writes that the Penguins are seeing a new Tristan Jarry. Pittsburgh Penguins.