New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier warms up prior to an NHL hockey game against the Anaheim Ducks, Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jayne-Kamin-Oncea)

Anaheim Ducks right wing Troy Terry is congratulated at the bench after scoring a goal during the first period of an NHL hockey against the New Jersey Devils, Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jayne-Kamin-Oncea)

Anaheim Ducks center Ryan Strome, left, passes the puck in front of New Jersey Devils center Dawson Mercer, front right, during the first period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jayne Kamin-Oncea)

Anaheim Ducks left wing Alex Killorn, left, and New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier battle for the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jayne Kamin-Oncea)

Anaheim Ducks left wing Alex Killorn, left, and New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier battle for the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jayne Kamin-Oncea)