The Anaheim Ducks were set to play their first home game of the season against the Panthers at Honda Center, according to a game preview from NHL.com published Oct. 4, 2026. The preview lists puck drop at 5 p.m. PT.
Anaheim came into the game at 1-0-0 after winning its season opener. NHL.com listed the Panthers at 1-0-1.
The Ducks also had a streak to protect. NHL.com reports that Anaheim has won 10 home openers in a row going back to 2016, a franchise record. The preview notes that an 11th straight win would tie the Bruins for the NHL's longest active streak. The final result was not included in the source.
The game was scheduled to air on Prime Video and FOX Los Angeles + (Channel 13 KCOP), according to the preview.
NHL.com also listed several game-night events: the annual Orange Carpet player arrivals, new merchandise and the season's first Surprise Puck sale. Fans were asked to be in their seats by 4:45 p.m. for pregame warmups and the debut of a new on-ice pregame show.