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LaCombe ‘complete package’ for Ducks, boosted by Olympic experience with Team USA
from NHL.com,
NEW YORK -- Jackson LaCombe never got into a game for Team USA. Never got his Olympic moment.
Of the 25 players who represented the United States at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina eight-plus months ago, LaCombe is the only one who never dressed for a game -- and still the entire experience gave the 25-year-old Anaheim Ducks defenseman a jolt of confidence he has carried with him since leaving Milan with a gold medal around his neck.
Canucks 6, Ducks 5 (Final)
Flyers’ Rasmus Ristolainen out two weeks with hand injury
from Sportsnet,
Flyers’ Latest Roster Move Signals the Team Is Getting Healthier
from Philly Hockey Now, by William James,
Ducks 5, Flyers 4 (Final)
Ducks 1, Devils 4 (Final)
Devils vs. Ducks 10/22: Nine and Counting, Projected Lines
from New Jersey Hockey Now, by James Nichols,
The New Jersey Devils are back at Prudential Center on Thursday, Oct. 22, two nights after a 4-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche got them back over .500 at 5-4-0. Luke Evangelista scored and set up Declan Chisholm in his return from an illness, Jake Allen made 31 saves, and the Devils outshot their ninth straight opponent, 41-34.
Ducks 2, Islanders 3 (Final)
Why haven’t the Ducks, Sharks taken the next step?
from Daily Faceoff, by Kyle Morton,
It has been a disappointing start to the year for the NHL’s three Californian teams. The Los Angeles Kings are the last winless team in the league, and both the Anaheim Ducks and San Jose Sharks sit at NHL .500 and comfortably back of the pace in the Pacific Division.
Ducks 2, Rangers 5 (Final)
‘A long shift’: Ducks get through a 15-hour travel day with NFL RedZone and some card games
from TSN,
Quenneville, a hockey lifer, watched football — a lot of it — thanks to NFL RedZone. Rookie Roger McQueen and some of the younger guys played cards. All in all, it was a 15-hour travel ordeal Sunday for the Ducks that was less than ideal as the delays were unfolding but something they hope will turn out to be a valuable bonding experience.
Ducks endure travel issues to New York ‘like pros’
from NHL.com,
Their voyage from Southern California to New York took 15 hours with a three-hour time difference tossed into the mix. It included having to change airports -- and airplanes -- because of rerouting and mechanical issues.
Bruins 4, Ducks 2 (Final)
Ducks’ rebuild provides blueprint for Flames to follow
from Sportsnet, by Eric Francis,
As the Calgary Flames embark on their own uncomfortable transition, Verbeek's Anaheim Ducks are beginning to look an awful lot like the blueprint Craig Conroy would love to follow.
The similarities aren't lost on Verbeek, who has watched his young Ducks take a significant step forward after years of accumulating draft picks, developing talent and carefully adding veterans to help the kids grow.
Bruins Practice: Sturm Wants Offense from Defensemen; No Line Changes
from Boston Hockey Now, by Jack Studley,
Ducks’ Mikael Granlund out day-to-day with upper-body injury
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
On Thursday, the Anaheim Ducks announced that captain Mikael Granlund is considered day-to-day with an upper-body injury.
While the team didn’t specify what is exactly ailing the veteran forward, there’s a chance that Granlund might not be in the lineup on Friday night, when the Ducks play host to the Boston Bruins .
From NHL draft to debut: 'Cars' nods continue for No. 95 Roger McQueen
from ESPN, by Greg Wyshynski,
Flames 4, Ducks 2 (Final)
Ducks’ Ryan Poehling out 6-8 weeks with MCL sprain
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
On Tuesday, the Anaheim Ducks announced that forward Ryan Poehling has been placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss 6-8 weeks due to an MCL sprain.
Poehling going on IR opened the door for 2025 first-round pick Roger McQueen to be called up from the Ducks’ American Hockey League affiliate, the San Diego Gulls.
Ducks call up top prospect Roger McQueen ahead of possible NHL debut
from Daily Faceoff, by Kyle Morton,
The Anaheim Ducks already boast one of the most impressive collections of young talent the NHL has to offer, and another one of their highly-touted young players may be set to make his NHL debut Tuesday night.
Ducks call up Roger McQueen for possible NHL debut
from Sportsnet,
The Ducks are calling up six-foot-six forward Roger McQueen from AHL San Diego, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported Tuesday.
McQueen could make his debut Tuesday against the Calgary Flames (Sportsnet West, Sportsnet+, 9:45 p.m. ET / 7:45 p.m. MT).
Ducks’ Gauthier forced to leave game with upper-body injury
from TSN,
Anaheim Ducks star forward Cutter Gauthier was ruled out of their game against the Calgary Flames on Saturday after suffering an upper-body injury.
Gauthier departed early in the contest against Calgary, logging just 2:18 of ice time in five shifts before he headed for the locker room. The team later ruled him out with the injury.
Why Luneau's Surprising Contract With The Ducks Is Quickly Looking Like A Steal
from The Hockey News, by Julian Gaudio,
Not many hockey fans knew who Anaheim Ducks defenseman Tristan Luneau was before he signed his $43.2-million contract with just 14 NHL games under his belt. Now, through the early parts of the 2026-27 season, his deal is quickly looking like it could turn out to be bargain.
Ducks 4, Flames 2 (Final)
Caulfield notches first NHL goal to help Ducks ground Jets
from TSN,
WINNIPEG — Rookie Judd Caulfield scored his first NHL goal and added an assist as the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Winnipeg Jets 5-1 on Friday night.
Tim Washe and Mikael Granlund each had a goal and an assist, while Sam Colangelo and Nikita Nesterenko (empty net) also scored for the Ducks.
Ducks 5, Jets 1 (Final)
‘Definitely didn’t see that coming’: Do NHLers regret signing before Carlsson offer sheet changed landscape?
from TSN,
Jets D Morrissey listed as day-to-day, out vs. Ducks
from TSN,
WINNIPEG — Winnipeg Jets defenceman Josh Morrissey is listed as day-to-day with an upper-body injury.
Head coach Scott Arniel says the Canadian Olympian was feeling better Friday but did not take part in the team’s morning skate.
Jets’ Josh Morrissey day-to-day with upper-body injury
from Sportsnet,
Logan O’Connor to take time away from Avalanche following father’s passing
from Daily Faceoff, by Scott Maxwell,
Oilers 5, Ducks 2 (Final)
Ducks first-round pick Nikita Klepov in line to make NHL debut vs. Oilers
from Sportsnet,
The Anaheim Ducks ' first-round pick in this year's draft (15th overall) was on the team's third line at morning skate, a sign that he make his NHL debut against the Edmonton Oilers (10 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. MT, Sportsnet West, Sportsnet+).
Edmonton Oilers looking for sweet revenge in first meeting with Anaheim Ducks
from the Edmonton Journal, by Robert Tychkowski,
“We kind of hate each other after the playoffs, that’s why we’re so excited to play against them,” said Oilers winger Vasily Podkolzin
For a season that is only three games old, the Edmonton Oilers have already supplied some great material.
Ice Chips: No. 15 pick Klepov to make NHL debut for Ducks Wednesday
from TSN,
Nikita Klepov -- the 15th overall pick in June's draft -- is expected to make his NHL debut tonight when the Anaheim Ducks host Edmonton.
Embattled Edmonton Oilers forward promoted up the line-up for Anaheim game
from the Edmonton Journal, by David Staples,
This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, the line and d-man units at Tuesday’s Edmonton Oilers practice, with embattled Oilers winger Trent Frederic promoted to the second line with Jason Dickinson and Kasperi Kapanen.
Leo Carlsson is playing well under contract pressure
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
Panthers LW Marchand, back from surgery, nets 1st goal since Feb. 26
from ESPN,
The Ducks today — Sunday, October 4
8 items
Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli) (2)
Florida Hockey Now (2)
Elsewhere
- 'Maybe there's an addition': Trade winds blow hard for Edmonton Oilers — the Edmonton Journal
- The Sun Is Dawning On A New Era For The NHL's Three California Teams — The Hockey News
- Panthers’ Brad Marchand set for season debut against Ducks — Sportsnet
- NHL On Tap: Carlsson, Ducks set for home opener against Panthers — NHL.com
NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – October 5, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Panthers 2, Ducks 3 (Final)
Gudas familiar foe in quick return to face Ducks with Panthers
from NHL.com,
IRVINE, Calif. -- The Anaheim Ducks were ready for Radko Gudas when he returned to Orange County with his new team on Saturday.
The veteran defenseman walked into the visitor's locker room at Anaheim's practice facility with his Florida Panther teammates and quickly saw his skate laces were wound tightly together. Then he noticed the cup of water teetering inside his helmet.
Climbing The Arch: Mason McTavish Is Ready To Bounce Back With The St. Louis Blues
from The Hockey News, by Ryan Kennedy,
Blackhawks’ Bowen Byram to miss game against Sabres for family matter
from Daily Faceoff, by Ryan Cuneo,
Ducks 4, Golden Knights 3 (Final)
Ducks sign Luneau to 6-year, $43.2M extension after 14 NHL games
from ESPN,
The Ducks have signed defenseman Tristan Luneau to a six-year contract extension worth $43.2 million after just 14 career NHL appearances.
- Tristan Luneau extension a hefty gamble for Ducks — Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli)
Golden Knights face new-look Ducks in playoff rematch
from the Las Vegas Review-Journal,
The Golden Knights will meet the Anaheim Ducks on Friday for the first time since their second-round series, but Anaheim looks drastically different.
Luneau signs six-year, $43.2 million contract with Ducks; has 14 games of NHL experience
from NHL.com,
Tristan Luneau signed a six-year, $43.2 million contract with the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday. It has an average annual value of $7.2 million and begins next season.
The 22-year-old defenseman has 14 games of NHL experience, playing one game for the Ducks last season after playing six in 2024-25 and seven in 2023-24. He is entering the final season of his entry-level contract and could have become a restricted free agent after the season.
- Tristan Luneau agrees to six-year, $43.2-million extension with Ducks — Sportsnet
- Ducks sign Tristan Luneau to six-year extension — Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli)
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Stenberg’s Impressive Preseason: Why NHL Transition Should Be Smooth
from San Jose Hockey Now,
Ducks’ Leo Carlsson said it was ‘hard to say no’ to lucrative offer sheet despite desire to stay in Anaheim
from Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli),
In a letter to fans on NHL.com , forward Leo Carlsson explained that he always wanted to stay in Anaheim, even though he signed an offer sheet from the Philadelphia Flyers over the summer.
“The contract negotiations over the summer were a lot to deal with for everybody,” Carlsson said. “But when all is said and done, Anaheim is ultimately where I want to be for the rest of my life. That to me was always a no-brainer. This was a unique situation, but I, of course, always wanted to be here.”
Deadline extended: predict the 2026-27 NHL standings - kkhockey.com/picks
Apologies, site was down about an hour the afternoon of Sep 30. Should be good now!
Top hockey players are cashing in on rising NHL revenues after a summer spending spree
from TSN,
NHL Power Rankings: Bold positive predictions for all 32 teams
from Sportsnet,
If The Ducks' Purposely Snubbed Carlsson, Naming Granlund Captain, That's Not Fair
from The Hockey News,
The Anaheim Ducks stunned much of the hockey world by handing the captaincy to 34-year-old Mikael Granlund rather than 21-year-old franchise centerpiece Leo Carlsson. The Ducks had just given Carlsson a franchise-tag-like extension - matching the offer sheet from the Philadelphia Flyers - and the assumption might have been that a 'C' on his jersey might have come with it.
The Ducks today — Friday, September 25
4 items
Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli) (2)
Elsewhere
- Ducks vs. Sharks | NHL Preseason Highlights | Sep 24, 2026 — the NHL's YouTube page
- NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – September 25, 2026 — Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey
Stenberg Scores Hat Trick, Sharks Roast Ducks 10-0
from San Jose Hockey Now,
Mason Marchment (twice) and Ivar Stenberg (hat trick) and Igor Chernyshov (twice) and Michael Misa and Brett Leason and Filip Bystedt scored, and the San Jose Sharks won 10-0.
3 in: Cagnoni gives NZ chase to a puck that may be he shouldn’t, he’s caught up ice, no one has covered him defensively, Ducks come back with a 2-on-1 the other way.
The Hockey News Wraparound: Will Simon Edvinsson Sign With The Red Wings Before The Season Starts?
from The Hockey News,
Kings vs. Ducks | NHL Preseason Highlights | Sep 23, 2026
via the NHL's YouTube page,
Is Mikael Granlund as the Ducks’ captain the right move?
from Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli),
Just before a crucial season with major implications for the long-term outlook of the franchise, the Ducks named veteran center Mikael Granlund as the 10th captain in franchise history on Tuesday, opting with the experienced leader who just captained the Finnish Olympic team over an ascendant star like Carlsson.
'Didn't see that coming': NHLers reflect league's cash-infused off-season
from TSN,
NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – September 23, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Predict the 2026-27 NHL standings - kkhockey.com/picks
The Ducks today — Tuesday, September 22
5 items
Elsewhere
- Ducks’ Mikael Granlund named 10th captain in team history — Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli)
- Ducks name Mikael Granlund 10th captain — Sportsnet
- Anaheim Ducks Name Mikael Granlund 10th Captain In Franchise History — The Hockey News
Sharks Locker Room: How Are Pohlkamp & Allan Progressing? Sahlin-Wallenius Debuts
from San Jose Hockey Now,
Ducks Swarm Undermanned Sharks 6-2 in Preseason Opener
from San Jose Hockey Now,
ANAHEIM, Calif. — The San Jose Sharks open the pre-season on the road, visiting the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center.
Eric Pohlkamp and Jimmy Huntington scored, but the Barracuda, er, Sharks got demolished by an NHL-level Ducks 6-2.
Preseason Preview/Lines #1: Which Sharks Am I Watching Closely Today? First Day of Power Play Work
from San Jose Hockey Now,
The Ducks today — Saturday, September 19
4 items
- Ducks sign Tim Washe to four-year extension — Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli)
- Washe signs 4-year-contract with Ducks — NHL.com
- Cutter Gauthier's New Contract: Fair Deal Or Ducks Cap Trouble Brewing? — The Hockey News
- NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – September 19, 2026 — Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey
Ducks provide injury updates for three players
from Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli),
On Friday, the team announced that forward Ryan Poehling will not be attending that day’s practice and is considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury. Defenseman Ian Moore is also out with a lower-body injury, but is expected to be out 2-4 weeks.
The Hockey News Wraparound: Expectations For The Ducks After Cutter Gauthier’s Extension
from The Hockey News,
3:11: With both Gauthier and Leo Carlsson locked down, what are the expectations for the Ducks this season?
8:42: At this point what is the likelihood of Connor Hellebuyck being the starting goaltender for the Winnipeg Jets on opening night?
How signing bonuses play a factor into Cutter Gauthier’s new contract
from Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli),
Anaheim Ducks Sign Cutter Gauthier To Massive Six-Year, $81-Million Deal
from The Hockey News,
Forward Cutter Gauthier has agreed to a six-year, $81-million deal ($13.5 million AAV) that will keep him under contract until the conclusion of the 2031-32 season, the team announced Tuesday .
With Gauthier signed, the Ducks will now enter the season with just over $2.07 million in cap space, according to PuckPedia .
NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – September 16, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Ducks sign RFA Gauthier to six-year, $81M contract, $13.5M AAV
via TSN
The Anaheim have signed restricted free agent forward Cutter Gauthier to a six-year, $81 million contract that carries a cap hit of $13.5 million, with terms reported by TSN Hockey Insiders Pierre LeBrun and Darren Dreger.
NHL Rumor Mill – September 15, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Quick Thoughts From Avalanche’s Two Rookie Tournament Games
from Colorado Hockey Now,
Has Leo Carlsson's Offer Sheet With The Ducks Changed The Future Of The NHL?
from The Hockey News,
Leo Carlsson's offer sheet did more than make him the highest-paid player in the NHL on an annual basis. It reshaped the entire NHL contract landscape, and the Anaheim Ducks star knows it.
Speaking at the NHL/NHLPA Player Media Tour in Las Vegas on Wednesday, Carlsson addressed the fallout from his five-year, $80 million offer sheet , which was tendered by the Philadelphia Flyers and matched by Anaheim.
Canadiens make easy bet on Kreider’s experience, offensive upside
from Sportsnet,
NHL Rumor Roundup: Where Will Chris Kreider End Up?
from The Hockey News,
Defenceman John Klingberg announces retirement from NHL
from Sportsnet,
NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – September 11, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Five possible destinations for new UFA Chris Kreider
from Sportsnet,
Duff doesn’t see a fit for Chris Kreider in Detroit
from George Malik of The Malik Report,
The Hockey News Wraparound: Which NHL Team Will Chris Kreider Sign With?
from The Hockey News,
Ducks’ Chris Kreider clears waivers, enters unrestricted free agency
from Sportsnet,
Chris Kreider cleared waivers Thursday and is available to sign with any team, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported .
The Anaheim Ducks waived Kreider for the purposes of contract termination on Wednesday in an effort to ease their salary-cap crunch. The veteran forward was due a $6.5-million cap hit this season, but only $4 million in real cash.
Blues’ Mason McTavish carrying chip after trade from Ducks
from Sportsnet,
The St. Louis Blues forward told reporters Thursday that he's "not happy" with the way things went down in Anaheim following an off-season trade from the Ducks.
"Yeah, I think I have a chip on my shoulder, for sure," McTavish said to Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic . "I'm not happy with the way things went in Anaheim. I enjoyed my time there; it was awesome, guys were great, but at the same time, they traded me. That's something I'm passionate about and want to get better. I'm looking forward to doing that here."
Why Kreider Makes Sense for the Red Wings; And Why He Doesn’t
from Detroit Hockey Now,
Four Potential NHL Landing Spots For Chris Kreider After Contract Termination
from The Hockey News,
‘Obviously it’s a huge deal’: Carlsson talks record offer sheet
from Sportsnet,
Your favorite NHL team won't win the Stanley Cup Part Two
from Mile High Hockey (SB Nation — Avalanche),
Kreider termination gives Ducks more flexibility amidst Gauthier negotiations
from Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli),
The Ducks needed to find a salary cap casualty to accommodate Cutter Gauthier’s new contract, and Chris Krieder will be the one to go.
Ducks, Kreider expected to agree to waivers for contract termination
from Sportsnet,
According to Elliotte Friedman, it’s expected that the Anaheim Ducks and Chris Kreider will agree to put the winger on waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract.
The Carlsson Offer Sheet And Its Aftermath
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Why matching Carlsson offer sheet was anything but easy decision for Ducks
from Sportsnet,
NHL Rumor Mill – September 5, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Anaheim Ducks To Retire Ryan Getzlaf's No. 15 Jersey In 2026-27 NHL Season
from The Hockey News,
The Anaheim Ducks are honouring their franchise's all-time leading scorer, Ryan Getzlaf, by retiring his jersey in the 2026-27 NHL season.
Ducks to retire Ryan Getzlaf’s No. 15 this season
from Sportsnet,
ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Anaheim Ducks will retire the number of longtime captain Ryan Getzlaf during a ceremony Jan. 30. Ducks owners Henry and Susan Samueli announced the honour Tuesday for Getzlaf, who retired in April 2022 after a 17-year NHL career spent entirely in Anaheim. Getzlaf is the top scorer in Ducks history, racking up 1,019 points in a franchise-record 1,157 games while also becoming the team's career assists leader and its top playoff scorer. He was the Ducks' captain for his final 12 seasons, the longest tenure in team history. The Regina native was one of the top playmaking centers in hockey throughout his career, winning a Stanley Cup title in 2007 and adding Olympic gold medals for Canada in 2010 and again in 2014, when he was also the runner-up for the Hart Trophy as the NHL …
Ducks acquire Lucius from Penguins
via TSN
The Anaheim Ducks have acquired forward Cruz Lucius from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for future considerations, it was announced Wednesday afternoon.
Wide array of updates from Friedman including Wings GM search, Ducks, 2 Hughes, more…
via youtu.be
Lots of updates from Elliotte Friedman