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Ducks F Ryan Poehling (MCL sprain) out 6-8 weeks

Anaheim Ducks forward Ryan Poehling will be sidelined for six to eight weeks with an MCL sprain, the team announced Tuesday. Poehling, 27, crashed knee-first into the post while rushing the net during Saturday's 4-2 road win against the Calgary Flames.

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Ducks’ Hot Start Is Proof of Good Management

Anaheim General Manager Patrick Verbeek has been working to form a team of young talent for the 2026-27 season. While balancing hefty new contracts, a salary cap that they are inching towards, and veterans with big question marks at the end of their names, the Ducks seem to be finding their footing.

Ryan Poehling News / Daily Faceoff / October 13

Ducks’ Ryan Poehling out 6-8 weeks with MCL sprain

Terrible news for a player who has had injury woes throughout his career. 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.

Roger McQueen News / Daily Faceoff / October 13

Ducks call up top prospect Roger McQueen ahead of possible NHL debut

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.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 12

Ducks dealing with health issues ahead of Round 2 vs. Flames

Having started the season with four wins in five outings, the Anaheim Ducks are feeling good about themselves heading into Tuesday's home clash with the struggling Calgary Flames.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pucks of a Feather / October 11

Despite a strong start, the Anaheim Ducks have other worries through their first 5 games of the 2026-27 season

The Anaheim Ducks defeated the Calgary Flames last night by a final score of 4-2, to close out week two of their 2026-27 season. Coming off of an inspiring win against the Winnipeg Jets, the Ducks may had won an ugly game against the Flames but have held firm at third place in the Pacific Division with a 4-1 record and a +5-goal differential.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 11

Ducks stay hot, send Flames to worst start in team history

Ryan Poehling broke a third-period tie and added an assist to pace the visiting Anaheim Ducks to a 4-2 victory over the winless Calgary Flames on Saturday.

Cutter Gauthier News / Daily Faceoff / October 11

Ducks’ Cutter Gauthier leaves game with upper-body injury

The Anaheim Ducks have gotten off to a strong start to their season, but are now facing the prospect of losing one of their top young forwards. Anaheim winger Cutter Gauthier suffered an upper-body injury that forced him to leave Saturday’s road game against the Calgary Flames.

Anaheim Ducks News / The Hockey Writers / October 10

Ducks News and Notes: Off to a Hot Start

The Anaheim Ducks kicked off the 2026-27 NHL season with a 3-1-0 record, securing third place in the Pacific Division after the first week. Things are off to a hot start, and fans are hopeful the trend will continue as the season progresses.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pucks of a Feather / October 10

Ducks and schmucks from Anaheim's bounce back against the Jets

The Anaheim Ducks defeated the Winnipeg Jets on Wednesday night, by a final score of 5-1. Coming off of an uninspiring loss against the Edmonton Oilers, the Ducks needed to get back on track and in the win column.

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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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 10

Ducks ride versatile offense into encounter vs. winless Flames

The Anaheim Ducks arrive in Calgary to face the struggling Flames on Saturday night with a level of confidence beyond having won three of four games to start the season.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / October 10

NHL Game Recap: Ducks’ Fourth Line Torches Jets in 5-1 Loss to Anaheim (10/09/2026)

Without Josh Morrissey, the Winnipeg Jets had a void in their lineup against the Anaheim Ducks on Friday night. Anaheim handed the Jets their first regulation loss of the season in the 5-1 contest.

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Anaheim Ducks News / Field Level Media / October 9

Ducks bounce back, snap Jets' winning streak

Judd Caulfield, Tim Washe and Mikael Granlund each had a goal and an assist for the visiting Anaheim Ducks in a 5-1 win against the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night.

Leo Carlsson News / Inside The Rink / October 8

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.

Joel Quenneville News / Field Level Media / October 8

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.

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.

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.

Anaheim Ducks News / The Lead / October 2

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.