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Despite Bad Night, Ducks Need to Continue to Start Lukas Dostal

Last night’s contest between the Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks in Game 5 of their first-round series started exactly the way you would expect, with the Oilers down 3-1 and facing elimination.

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Ducks players get brutally honest on Oilers’ experience after Game 5 loss

The Anaheim Ducks had the chance to punch their ticket to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Tuesday evening after winning both games of their first round series against the Edmonton Oilers on home ice, but the hosts clearly had other ideas.

Gary Bettman News / ESPN / April 28

Bettman: Allowing Ducks' OT goal was 'right call'

Commissioner Gary Bettman offered support Tuesday for the ruling that upheld the Anaheim Ducks' overtime goal against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 of their Round 1 series, telling the Associated Press Sports Editors "it was absolutely the right call."

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 28

How Ducks’ Lukas Dostal managed Connor McDavid’s speed in vital Game 4 win

Through four games, the Anaheim Ducks have done something that only the Florida Panthers have been able to do over the past two Stanley Cup Playoffs, and that’s stop the Edmonton Oilers.

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Anaheim Ducks News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

Brian Burke Redefined Winning as the Ducks GM

It has been 17 years since Brian Burke held a leadership role with the Anaheim Ducks, and yet his name still carries weight in every serious conversation about what it takes to build a winning team.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Jackson LaCombe News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28

Ducks Take Control: LaCombe Emerging as a Playoff Superstar

After dropping Game 1, the Anaheim Ducks have taken full control of their series against the Edmonton Oilers, and now hold onto a 3-1 series lead. The Ducks have had many standout performances from players this series; however, none stand above Jackson LaCombe.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 27

Ducks seeking first series victory in 9 years vs. Oilers

The Anaheim Ducks are one victory away from winning their first Stanley Cup playoff series in nine years. Finishing off the two-time defending Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers, especially on the road, won't come easily.

Ryan Poehling News / Daily Faceoff / April 27

Was the right call made on Ducks’ Ryan Poehling’s overtime goal vs. Oilers?

No Stanley Cup playoffs would be complete without a bizarre officiating controversy. The NHL delivered once again on Sunday night, as Ryan Poehling’s overtime goal gave the Anaheim Ducks a 4-3 win against the Edmonton Oilers and a 3-1 stranglehold on the series.

Anaheim Ducks News / The Hockey Writers / April 27

Ducks News & Notes: Playoff Edition

The Anaheim Ducks are officially finding playoff success once again. As of Sunday night, the series against the Edmonton Oilers is 3-1, and fans have seen a team that is ready to continue competing against tough opponents as their playoff run continues.

Ryan Poehling News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 27

What Ducks’ Ryan Poehling said about controversial Game 4 OT winner vs. Oilers

It may have ended in controversial fashion, but the Anaheim Ducks have the Edmonton Oilers in a 3-1 stranglehold after winning Game 4 in overtime at the Honda Center on Sunday night.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 27

Ducks rally twice, upend Oilers in OT for 3-1 lead

Ryan Poehling scored the winning goal to give the host Anaheim Ducks a 4-3 overtime victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday and put them one win away from advancing in the Stanley Cup playoffs.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 27

Ducks win chaotic Game 4, take 3-1 lead over Oilers

The Anaheim Ducks entered Game 4 with a 2-1 series lead, and a chance to push the Edmonton Oilers to the brink. It was a very close encounter between these two teams.

Jeffrey Viel News / The Hockey Writers / April 26

Viel Taunting Oilers Bench Could Wind Up Being a Massive Mistake

You don’t wake a sleeping giant. That phrase is often used in sports, referring to not wanting to fire up top talent on opposing teams if they aren’t playing at their best.

Anaheim Ducks News / The Hockey Writers / April 26

How Ducks’ Tim Washe Has Shut Down Connor McDavid Through 3 Games

Connor McDavid went pointless in his first two games against the Anaheim Ducks in the first round of the playoffs. Let that sink in for a moment. This is the same player who has redefined what offensive dominance looks like in the modern NHL, a player whose speed through the neutral zone is genuinely unlike anything the game has seen.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / April 25

Ducks rally to upend Oilers, grab series lead in Game 3

Beckett Sennecke and Leo Carlsson scored goals 42 seconds apart early in the third period to spark the host Anaheim Ducks to a 7-4 comeback victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Friday and give them a 2-1 lead in their first-round playoff series.

Radko Gudas News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 22

Ducks’ Radko Gudas Ruled Out Of Game 2

The Anaheim Ducks will be without their captain in Game 2 against the Edmonton Oilers. Defenseman Radko Gudas has been ruled out with an undisclosed injury per Jason Gregor of Sports 1440.

Morgan Adams-Moisan News / Inside The Rink / April 23

ECHL: Morgan Adams-Moisan Announces Retirement

Trois-Rivières Lions captain Morgan Adams-Moisan has announced his retirement from pro hockey after eight seasons. In his final season of pro hockey, Adams-Moisan had 13 goals and 15 assists for 28 points in 59 games with the Lions.

Ethan Procyszyn News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21

Ducks Sign Ethan Procyszyn To Entry-Level Deal

The Anaheim Ducks have signed 2024 third-round pick Ethan Procyszyn to a three-year, entry-level contract. Procysyn has captained the OHL’s North Bay Battalion for the last two seasons.

Roger McQueen News / Daily Faceoff / April 18

Ducks sign top prospect Roger McQueen to entry-level contract

The Anaheim Ducks announced on Saturday afternoon that they have signed top prospect Roger McQueen to a three-year, entry-level contract. The Ducks landed McQueen with the No.

Tristan Luneau News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 15

Ducks Recall Tristan Luneau

The Ducks have added some extra depth on the back end for their regular season finale tomorrow against Nashville. The team announced that they’ve recalled blueliner Tristan Luneau from AHL San Diego.

John Carlson News / Yardbarker / April 10

Making an impact, John Carlson accomplishes career first with Ducks

John Carlson has already achieved a career first during his brief time as a member of the Anaheim Ducks.

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Troy Terry News / NHL Trade Talk / March 28

The NHL’s Most Bizarre Stat Belongs To Ducks Troy Terry

Troy Terry of the Anaheim Ducks is making news for an unusual reason. While the Ducks are playing well and leading the Pacific Division, Terry is having a solid offensive season.

Mikael Granlund News / Yardbarker / March 27

Mikael Granlund says Ducks must solve problem ahead of playoffs

Mikael Granlund points to problem Ducks must solve ahead of NHL playoffs

The Anaheim Ducks had another comeback win, this time against the Calgary Flames. After being down 2-1, they went on to secure a 3-2 victory. Veteran forward Mikael Granlund admitted they need to find better ways to win.

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