ANAHEIM DUCKS: Roger McQueen gets his first NHL goal
Roger McQueen scores his first NHL goal, but the Ducks fall 7-6 to the Sabres.
AI-written summary of posts by the Anaheim Ducks, October 29, 2026. Original post: Ducks on X · final
Follow the Ducks: X (@AnaheimDucks) · NHL.com/ducks
The Big Idea
Rookie Roger McQueen scored his first NHL goal Thursday at Honda Center, but the Ducks lost a 13-goal shootout to the Buffalo Sabres, 7-6. The team called it simply: "The comeback comes up short."
Key Points
- Confirmed: Sabres 7, Ducks 6. McQueen's first NHL goal, per the team.
- Anaheim led 2-0 on two power-play goals, including one from Cutter Gauthier, who scored twice, both on the power play per the box score (Anaheim went 3 for 4 on the power play).
- Buffalo's Tage Thompson had a natural hat trick and two assists, per multiple Sabres beat reports.
- Late goals from Luneau and Sennecke made it a one-goal game, but Anaheim couldn't find the tying goal.
Quick Context
- McQueen is one of the Ducks' top prospects; a first NHL goal is a milestone for a young core in its rebuild.
- Daily Faceoff framed the night as the Ducks "slipping," so the next few games matter.
About the Author
This summary is based on the official X account of the Anaheim Ducks.
Why It's Here
A big moment for a young player and a wild game, even in a loss.
Disclosure: This is an AI-generated summary and analysis of another author’s work, produced under the AI Use Policy. All rights to the original belong to its author; read the original via the link at the top. To request removal, use the site’s contact link.
Get The Sovereignty Ledger by email
Free. One essay at a time. Unsubscribe whenever.
Get the next essay by email
Free. One essay at a time. Unsubscribe whenever.