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John Carlson's first career hat trick propels Ducks past Sharks

John Carlson's first career hat trick paced the Anaheim Ducks to a 6-1 win over the visiting San Jose Sharks on Thursday night. Leo Carlsson, Alex Killorn and Frank Vatrano had the other Ducks goals as Anaheim (42-32-5, 89 points) snapped a six-game skid and improved to 24-13-3 on home ice this season.

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Ducks' Carlson nets first hat trick in 17th season

John Carlson was thrilled to get the first hat trick of his 17-season career, pulling the feat in the Ducks' 6-1 win over the Sharks on Thursday night.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 9

Ducks eager to stop slide in clash vs. Sharks

The Anaheim Ducks will look to play a more complete game as they aim to halt a six-game skid when they host the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night. "It's not the optimal time to be losing games in the season," Ducks forward Alex Killorn said.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 9

NHL Predictions: San Jose Sharks vs Anaheim Ducks, April 9th

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the slate of games and give in depth analysis.

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Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / April 8

The Anaheim Ducks are limping into the playoffs

The Anaheim Ducks are losers of six straight, including a 5-0 home defeat at the hands of the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night. On Wednesday’s episode of Daily Faceoff LIVE, Tyler Yaremchuk and former NHL goaltender Carter Hutton discuss the Ducks’ struggles and what they need to improve on as they prepare for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Roger McQueen News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

Ducks News & Notes: Injury Updates, Player Performances & Roger McQueen

The Anaheim Ducks have reached the tail end of a whirlwind season that has been highlighted by record-shattering performances, young players shining bright, blockbuster acquisitions and trades, and so much more.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 7

Ducks play eight defenseman against Predators

Well, this is something you don’t see every day, though I can’t think it’s ever happened. When the Anaheim Ducks took the ice for warmups prior to their game on Tuesday night against the Nashville Predators, onlookers realized something peculiar with the line rushes.

Pavel Mintyukov News / Daily Faceoff / April 7

Ducks’ Pavel Mintyukov returns to lineup after three-game absence

A young rearguard is set to return to the ice after missing time due to injury. When speaking to the media, Anaheim Ducks defenseman Pavel Mintyukov revealed that he will be in the lineup when the team faces off with the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 7

Slumping Ducks determined to 'figure it out' vs. Predators

A five-game losing skid knocked the Anaheim Ducks from top spot in the Pacific Division and left them looking for answers as they prepare to host the Nashville Predators on Tuesday.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 7

NHL Predictions: Nashville Predators vs Anaheim Ducks, April 7th

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the slate of games and give in depth analysis.

Nathan Gaucher News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 6

Anaheim Ducks Reassign Nathan Gaucher

According to a team announcement, the Anaheim Ducks have reassigned forward Nathan Gaucher to the AHL’s San Diego Gulls. That leaves the Ducks with 11 healthy forwards for tomorrow’s contest against the Nashville Predators.

Tyson Hinds News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 4

Ducks Recall Tyson Hinds

With Radko Gudas and Pavel Mintyukov continuing to battle lower-body injuries, the Ducks have brought up some extra defensive depth heading into tonight’s game against Calgary. The team announced (Twitter link) that blueliner Tyson Hinds has been recalled from AHL San Diego.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 4

Sliding Ducks strive to get right in encounter vs. Flames

A four-game winless skid has knocked the Anaheim Ducks off the top spot in the Pacific Division. At least the Ducks (41-30-5, 87 points) won't have to wait long for their chance to break out of their swoon, as they'll host the Calgary Flames on Saturday night.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 2

Ducks’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

The Anaheim Ducks have had a remarkable season, rising all the way to the top of the Pacific Division. However, just a couple of weeks ago in mid-March, the Ducks had a fairly notable lead over the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights in the division.

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Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 1

Ducks’ Cutter Gauthier gets ominous injury update from Joel Quenneville

The Radko Gudas-Auston Matthews drama stole the headlines for Monday night’s matchup between the Anaheim Ducks and Toronto Maple Leafs, but Cutter Gauthier’s injury timeline could have lasting effects.

Roger McQueen News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

Anaheim Ducks Sign Top Prospect to Amateur Tryout

Ka-chow! The Anaheim Ducks announced Wednesday that Roger McQueen signs an Amateur Tryout Agreement with the San Diego Gulls. The move allows the Ducks’ 10th overall selection in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft to begin his professional career immediately.

Beckett Sennecke News / Breakaway on SI / April 1

Rookie Beckett Sennecke Part of Ducks' Revival in Pacific Division

The Anaheim Ducks entered this season with modest expectations following a sixth-place divisional finish that left them 16 points outside the playoff picture.

Roger McQueen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 1

Ducks send Roger McQueen to AHL after Providence season ends

The 2025 NHL Draft has seen multiple picks already make their NHL debut. Matthew Schafer and Michael Misa have both made impacts on their teams, while Anton Frondell and Porter Martone recently made their NHL debuts. The Anaheim Ducks selected Roger McQueen in the 2025 NHL Draft.

Cutter Gauthier News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 31

Ducks’ Cutter Gauthier gets brutal injury update amid playoff push

The Anaheim Ducks have another injury to deal with, as star forward Cutter Gauthier got hurt in the team’s 5-4 overtime loss at the hands of the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday at the Honda Center in Anaheim.

John Carlson News / The Hockey Writers / March 31

John Carlson Is off to a Hot Start With the Ducks

In one of the biggest blockbuster trades of the 2025-26 season, the Anaheim Ducks acquired John Carlson from the Washington Capitals at the 2026 Trade Deadline in exchange for a conditional first-round pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft and a third-round pick in the 2027 Draft.