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Leo Carlsson Producing Like an $18 Million AAV Player to Start the Season

The Anaheim Ducks suffered their first loss of the 2026-27 regular season on Wednesday night, falling 5-2 to the Edmonton Oilers. Despite the defeat, Anaheim opened the season with consecutive victories, beating the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 before earning a 3-2 overtime win against the Florida Panthers.

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Ducks' Quenneville wants 'correct' response vs. Jets

Anaheim Ducks coach Joel Quenneville will get his first opportunity to see how his young team responds following a loss when they visit the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pucks of a Feather / October 8

Ducks and schmucks from Anaheim's first loss of the 2026-27 season

The Anaheim Ducks had their two-game winning streak come to an abrupt end on Wednesday night, as they lost to the Edmonton Oilers by a final score of 5-2.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 6

Ducks To Recall Roger McQueen, Stian Solberg

The Anaheim Ducks are set to make two call-ups from their farm system ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Edmonton Oilers. Those players, according to The Mayor, will be Roger McQueen and defenseman Stian Solberg from the Ducks’ AHL affiliate, the San Diego Gulls.

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Leo Carlsson News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

Leo Carlsson is playing well under contract pressure

Even with immense pressure on his shoulders, Anaheim Ducks forward Leo Carlsson seems to be fitting the bill so far. This summer, Carlsson made headlines by signing an offer sheet from the Philadelphia Flyers, with the deal carrying an AAV of $18 million across five seasons.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pucks of a Feather / October 5

Ducks and schmucks from Anaheim's home opener for the 2026-27 season

The Anaheim Ducks have kept the good times rolling to start the 2026-27 season, as they defeated the Florida Panthers in overtime by a final score of 3-2.

Anaheim Ducks News / Field Level Media / October 5

NHL roundup: Mikael Granlund's OT goal hands Ducks win over Panthers

Mikael Granlund's power-play goal with 46 seconds left in overtime gave the host Anaheim Ducks a 3-2 win over the Florida Panthers on Sunday night. Granlund tipped in Carlsson's pass from the right corner for the winner, helping Anaheim win its first home game of the season.

Anaheim Ducks News / Field Level Media / October 5

Mikael Granlund's overtime goal lifts Ducks past Panthers

Mikael Granlund's power-play goal with 46 seconds left in overtime gave the host Anaheim Ducks a 3-2 win over the Florida Panthers on Sunday night.

Golden Knights continue dominance of Canucks with big second period

Mackie Samoskevich nets two goals as Kraken rout Flames again

Rangers beat Mammoth for first time at Madison Square Garden

Jets capitalize on power plays, take down Red Wings

Blues forward Alexey Toropchenko out at least six weeks

Beckett Sennecke News / Pucks of a Feather / October 4

Sennecke has done it again as he scored the season opening goal for the Ducks

The Ducks came away with a win in their season-opening game. They beat the Vegas Golden Knights on the road. Beckett Sennecke got the Ducks on the board off a beautiful feed from Leo Carlsson.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pucks of a Feather / October 3

Ducks and schmucks from Anaheim's game 1 win

The Anaheim Ducks won their season opener against the Vegas Golden Knights by a final score of 4-3. After dominating for two periods of play, the Ducks almost coughed up the win against the team that ended their 2026 postseason run.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 3

Leo Carlsson, Ducks start strong, hold off Golden Knights’ surge

Leo Carlsson had a goal and an assist and Lukas Dostal made 27 saves as the Anaheim Ducks jumped out to a big early lead and held on for a 4-3 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday night in Las Vegas.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL Trade Talk / October 2

Ducks Defenseman 'Shocked' by Contract Offer, Which Answers Important Question

The Anaheim Ducks offered a defenseman with 14 NHL games of experience a $7.2 million per season contract over six seasons. It’s a huge bet that the organization is making on an unproven player.

Tristan Luneau News / Daily Faceoff / October 2

Tristan Luneau extension a hefty gamble for Ducks

The Anaheim Ducks made a surprising move on a very unproven player. Will it pay off? On Thursday, general manager Pat Verbeek made a rather stunning announcement, signing defenseman Tristan Luneau to a six-year contract extension.

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What Can Anaheim Ducks Fans Look forward to This Season?

The biggest off-season news was the signing of two Anaheim Ducks powerhouse forwards: 22-year-old Cutter Gauthier and 21-year-old Leo Carlsson. After being traded to the Anaheim Ducks two years ago in 2024, Cutter Gauthier was finally signed on for another six years on an $81 million contract.