In a thrilling Frozen Frenzy event, the Anaheim Ducks defeated the defending Stanley Cup champions, the Florida Panthers, 3-2 in a shootout. Despite being outshot 33-17, the Ducks capitalized on Florida's mistakes, with Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier scoring shorthanded and power play goals, respectively. However, the Panthers tied the game in the third period. With less than three minutes left, Sam Reinhart's goal sent the game to overtime. In the shootout, Lukas Dostal's impressive saves, including a clutch stop on Evan Rodrigues, secured the Ducks' victory. This win boosts their confidence and shows their potential to challenge the league this season.

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