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Retired NHL Center's Criminal Sexual Conduct Case Going to Trial

The criminal case against retired NHL center Ryan Kesler — who most recently played for the Anaheim Ducks from the 2014-15 to 2018-19 seasons — is headed to trial as ruled by a judge on Dec.

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Best Pavel Mintyukov destinations amid recent Ducks trade buzz

The Anaheim Ducks are surging at the top of the Pacific Division in early December. Anaheim has long been seen as an up-and-coming team. With a young nucleus that includes Pavel Mintyukov, Leo Carlsson, Cutter Gauthier, and Beckett Sennecke on the roster, this is a team that could compete for a very long time.

Pavel Mintyukov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 4

Why Ducks must not move Pavel Mintyukov amid trade buzz

Things have been exciting on Katella Avenue, as the Anaheim Ducks are off to a hot start while leading the Pacific Division with a 16-9-1 record. Defenseman Pavel Mintyukov has been in the headlines lately, and actually scored a goal against the St.

Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / December 4

Ducks' Joel Quenneville confirms injury timeline for Petr Mrazek

The Anaheim Ducks are now going to be without both members of their usual goaltending tandem.

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Beckett Sennecke News / Field Level Media / December 2

Beckett Sennecke's streak boosts Ducks as they welcome Mammoth

Just over two weeks after they needed overtime to settle their differences, the Anaheim Ducks will be at home again when they face the Utah Mammoth. The Ducks pulled off an improbable 3-2 overtime victory over the Mammoth on Nov.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 1

Ducks cruise to easy win over struggling Blues

Fill-in goaltender Ville Husso made 22 saves as the visiting Anaheim Ducks defeated the St. Louis Blues 4-1 Monday night. Husso, a former Blues netminder, was pressed into the lead role for Anaheim with Lukas Dostal and Petr Mrazek sidelined by injuries.

Robby Fabbri News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 1

Robby Fabbri signs PTO with AHL’s Charlotte Checkers

Unrestricted free agent winger Robby Fabbri will play his first regular-season action of 2025-26 on a professional tryout with the AHL’s Charlotte Checkers, the team announced Monday.

Petr Mrazek News / Daily Faceoff / November 30

Ducks’ Petr Mrazek leaves game against Blackhawks with lower-body injury

Anaheim Ducks goaltender Petr Mrazek left Sunday’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks with a lower-body injury. Midway through the third period, a Blackhawks’ point shot missed the net and caused a scramble in the Ducks’ zone, with Mrazek suffering what appeared to be a lower-body injury.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 30

Blackhawks Snap 5-Game Losing Streak With 4-3 Win Over Ducks

The Chicago Blackhawks and the Anaheim Ducks faced off in a matinee showdown on Sunday, Nov. 30 at the United Center. Headed into the game, the Ducks were coming off a six-game homestand of which they won four of the six.

Leo Carlsson News / Daily Faceoff / November 30

Watch out, everyone: Ducks’ Leo Carlsson has arrived

This article originally appeared on hockeysverige.se and has been translated from Swedish to English. It has been a fall to remember for Leo Carlsson. The big breakthrough has now arrived in Carlsson’s third season.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 30

NHL Predictions: November 30 Anaheim Ducks vs Chicago Blackhawks

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 29

Resilient Ducks look to keep rolling vs. slumping Blackhawks

The Anaheim Ducks have been difficult to put away this season, even after falling behind by multiple goals. The Ducks have won five games this season after trailing by two goals or more, the most in the NHL.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 28

Ducks have major concern pop up with Lukas Dostal update

Now the upstart Ducks, currently atop the Pacific Division, must move forward without their No. 1 goalie.

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Ville Husso News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 26

Ducks recall Ville Husso

The Ducks announced that they have recalled goaltender Ville Husso from the AHL’s San Diego Gulls. They need to open a roster spot to complete the move.

Anaheim Ducks News / The Hockey Writers / November 26

3 Things the Ducks Should Be Thankful For

With American Thanksgiving quickly approaching, there is a lot to be thankful for this time of year. After a quarter of the regular season played, the Anaheim Ducks are thanking their lucky stars that things are finally going their way more often than not.

Anaheim Ducks News / Last Word On Sports / November 25

Anaheim Ducks Quarter Season Analysis Shows a Team Ahead of Schedule

The Anaheim Ducks spent the first month of the season equally torching both scoreboards and expectations. They sit atop the Pacific Division after roughly the first quarter of the season, which is something no one had penciled into a pre-season projection.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 24

Five NHL players who surprisingly merit Olympic consideration

Five NHL players who surprisingly merit Olympic team consideration

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan are fast approaching, and excitement is building across the NHL for its return to the Games for the first time since Sochi in 2014.

Rangers HC Mike Sullivan's roster gamble pays off in win over Blues

Auston Matthews has become a better player despite Leafs' struggles

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NHL News / NHL Rumors / November 25

Anaheim Ducks in no Hurry to Deal Defenseman Pavel Mintyukov

The Anaheim Ducks are turning heads throughout the league. Their 4-3 overtime home win against the Las Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday pushed their record to 14-7-1.

Pat Verbeek News / NHL Rumors / November 21

NHL Rumors: Ducks GM Pat Verbeek Will Be Patient with RFA Extensions

The Anaheim Ducks are the toast of the town in the NHL. General Manager Pat Verbeek believed his team would be a playoff team this season. Lots of people rolled their eyes.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL Rumors / November 21

NHL Rumors: Anaheim Ducks, and Quick Hits From Around the League

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Talk is that if Anaheim Ducks defenseman Pavel Mintyukov isn’t going to play more – was a healthy scratch for (three) consecutive games – he’d like to be traded.

Anaheim Ducks News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

NHL Rumours: Anaheim Ducks First Round Defenceman Wants a Trade

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. With the season settling in and clubs beginning to separate themselves, teams are making difficult choices about playing time, development, and long-term fit.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 20

Ducks rumors: Which young defenseman is asking out, per Elliotte Friedman?

The Anaheim Ducks are surging under new head coach Joel Quenneville to start the 2025-26 season. They are 13-6-1, atop the Pacific Division, but not everyone is happy in Southern California.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 17

Hart Trophy candidates through the first month of NHL season

Top five Hart Trophy candidates through the first month of the NHL season

The 2025-26 NHL season is just over a month old, which means we now have a large enough sample size to start making more educated predictions on player and team accolades. Here are five leading candidates for the Hart Trophy.

Senators are winner in trade with Flyers

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Leafs HC Craig Berube's words fall short after loss to Blackhawks

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Anaheim Ducks News / Yardbarker / November 6

Ducks have been NHL's most exciting team so far this season

Thanks to a seven-year playoff drought entering this season the Anaheim Ducks have not really been on the NHL's league-wide radar lately. They should be now.

Ducks’ Lukas Dostal isn’t arriving. He was already here

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