Simon Despres logged 20:23 of ice time in his Anaheim Ducks debut and made an impact against the lowly Arizona Coyotes, picking up an assist, +3 rating and led the Ducks with 5 hits.
One stat not in Despres favor was a 41.7 CF% at even strength, on the ice for 14 shot attempts for and 20 against. Despres offensive zone starts were listed at 55%.
Anaheim beat the Coyotes, 4-1 on Tuesday night. The Coyotes at the forefront of the Connor McDavid sweepstakes, have lost 10 straight.
The Penguins play the Ducks Friday night.

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