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NHL hits Golden Knights, John Tortorella with heavy punishment

NHL hits Golden Knights, John Tortorella with heavy punishment after media incident

There was a weird development after the Vegas Golden Knights series-clinching win against the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night. Not only did head coach John Tortorella ditch the postgame news conference, but the team did not open its locker room to reporters and only made a couple of players available for a few minutes at a podium. 

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Anaheim Ducks News / The Hockey Writers / May 15
3 Positives to Take Away From the Ducks’ Playoff Run

3 Positives to Take Away From the Ducks’ Playoff Run

The Anaheim Ducks fell to the Vegas Golden Knights in six games in Round 2 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, losing the final game 5-1 on Thursday night.

John Tortorella News / NHL Trade Talk / May 15
Tortorella shuns media after Ducks eliminated by Vegas

Tortorella shuns media after Ducks eliminated by Vegas

John Tortorella appears to be up to his old tricks. Following the decisive win in which the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Anaheim Ducks and eliminated

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 15
Winners, losers from Thursday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Mitch Marner on Conn Smythe run

Winners, losers from Thursday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Mitch Marner on Conn Smythe run

The Golden Knights are halfway to a Stanley Cup, and Mitch Marner is one of the biggest driving forces behind that success.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

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Ryan Poehling News / Daily Faceoff / May 13
Ducks’ Ryan Poehling timeline with injury unknown

Ducks’ Ryan Poehling timeline with injury unknown

Anaheim Ducks head coach Joel Quenneville announced that center Ryan Poehling will be out with an injury, and the timeline for his return is unknown. Poehling sustained the injury midway through the first period of Tuesday’s Game 5 of the Ducks’ second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 13
Olen Zellweger’s clutch Game 5 goal for Ducks has Joel Quenneville gushing with pride

Olen Zellweger’s clutch Game 5 goal for Ducks has Joel Quenneville gushing with pride

The Anaheim Ducks were unable to complete the comeback in Game 5 of their Western Conference second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday night — but defenseman Olen Zellweger did his part.

Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / May 13
Both flashy and steady, Ducks’ Leo Carlsson has arrived as franchise center

Both flashy and steady, Ducks’ Leo Carlsson has arrived as franchise center

The 2023 NHL Draft Lottery shook up the foundation of the league. The Chicago Blackhawks jumped the Anaheim Ducks to grab the No. 1 overall pick and the opportunity to select a slam-dunk franchise superstar in Connor Bedard.

Beckett Sennecke News / The Hockey Writers / May 13
Sennecke Is Proving the Ducks Were Right to Pick Him Third Overall

Sennecke Is Proving the Ducks Were Right to Pick Him Third Overall

When the Anaheim Ducks called Beckett Sennecke’s name third overall at the 2024 NHL Draft, the reaction was immediate and almost universal. Scouts questioned it.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 13
Winners, losers from Tuesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Sabres' Zach Benson scores game-winner on his birthday

Winners, losers from Tuesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Sabres' Zach Benson scores game-winner on his birthday

The second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Tuesday night, with the Buffalo Sabres facing the Montreal Canadiens on the road and the Vegas Golden Knights hosting the Anaheim Ducks.

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Pat Verbeek News / The Hockey Writers / May 12
Ducks’ GM Verbeek Named as Finalist for Jim Gregory Award

Ducks’ GM Verbeek Named as Finalist for Jim Gregory Award

Anaheim Ducks general manager (GM) Pat Verbeek has been named as a finalist for the Jim Gregory Award. The award celebrates the best GM in the league, and Verbeek has certainly made a case for it this season.

Radko Gudas News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Ducks Announce Radko Gudas Status for Game 5 Against Golden Knights

Ducks Announce Radko Gudas Status for Game 5 Against Golden Knights

The Anaheim Ducks evened their second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights with a 4-3 win in Game 4, setting up a pivotal Game 5 in Las Vegas.

John Carlson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 12
Ducks rumors: Anaheim, John Carlson have discussed contract extension

Ducks rumors: Anaheim, John Carlson have discussed contract extension

John Carlson has fit like a glove with the Anaheim Ducks, and the two parties feel like a good fit to sign a long-term contract extension before he becomes a free agent.

Troy Terry News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 12
Ducks’ Troy Terry drops ‘house money’ truth bomb ahead of Game 5 vs. Golden Knights

Ducks’ Troy Terry drops ‘house money’ truth bomb ahead of Game 5 vs. Golden Knights

The Anaheim Ducks are set to face off against the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series. That series is currently tied at 2 games apiece.

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Joel Quenneville News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 11
Ducks-Golden Knights Game 4 was a ‘man’s game,’ says Joel Quenneville

Ducks-Golden Knights Game 4 was a ‘man’s game,’ says Joel Quenneville

The Anaheim Ducks needed a win on home ice on Sunday night to get back into their Western Conference second-round series with the Vegas Golden Knights, and they found a way to get the job done in Game 4.

Beckett Sennecke News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 11
Beckett Sennecke joins exclusive Ducks rookie club in win vs. Golden Knights

Beckett Sennecke joins exclusive Ducks rookie club in win vs. Golden Knights

Every time it looks like the Anaheim Ducks are down and out in these Stanley Cup Playoffs, they come back even stronger. After a nightmare showing at home in Game 3 of their second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights, the Ducks responded with a very impressive 4-3 win to even the series back up in Game 4 on Sunday night.

Olen Zellweger News / The Hockey Writers / May 11
Maple Leafs Should Look at Offer Sheeting Ducks’ Zellweger

Maple Leafs Should Look at Offer Sheeting Ducks’ Zellweger

Offer sheeting players that are restricted free agents are a tough and risky situation for both sides. On one hand, it can force one team to make a decision, while the other team risks giving up assets and signing a player in hopes of things working out.

Anaheim Ducks News / Field Level Media / May 11
Ducks find power-play success, edge Knights to even series

Ducks find power-play success, edge Knights to even series

Beckett Sennecke and Alex Killorn both netted one goal and one assist to pace the host Anaheim Ducks to a 4-3 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday night and even their Stanley Cup playoff series.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 11
Ducks’ Beckett Sennecke, Alex Killorn lead charge in Game 4 Golden Knights win

Ducks’ Beckett Sennecke, Alex Killorn lead charge in Game 4 Golden Knights win

The Anaheim Ducks could not stop Mitch Marner in Game 3 against the Vegas Golden Knights. However, Anaheim was up to the task in Game 4. The Ducks defeated the Golden Knights on Sunday night to even their second-round series at two games apiece.

Joel Quenneville News / Daily Faceoff / May 7
Joel Quenneville made all the right moves in Game 2 win

Joel Quenneville made all the right moves in Game 2 win

The Anaheim Ducks may be in the playoffs for the first time in eight seasons, but it’s clear they’re not simply happy to be there. After dispatching the

Lukas Dostal News / Field Level Media / May 7
Lukas Dostal, Ducks shut down Knights, head home with series 1-1

Lukas Dostal, Ducks shut down Knights, head home with series 1-1

Lukas Dostal made 22 saves while leading the Anaheim Ducks to a 3-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday in Las Vegas, evening their best-of-seven Western Conference second-round playoff series at one win each.

Anaheim Ducks News / Field Level Media / May 5
Ducks confident for Game 2 despite controversial loss to Knights

Ducks confident for Game 2 despite controversial loss to Knights

Despite losing their Western Conference second-round opener Monday night, the Anaheim Ducks had plenty of reasons to be optimistic heading into Game 2 of their best-of-seven series with the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday in Las Vegas.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 1
Jackson LaCombe’s emergence a painful reminder Edmonton passed on him

Jackson LaCombe’s emergence a painful reminder Edmonton passed on him

There were plenty of Anaheim Ducks who factored into their upset first-round series win over the back-to-back Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers, but none were more impactful in all facets of the game than Jackson LaCombe.

Jackson LaCombe News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28
Ducks Take Control: LaCombe Emerging as a Playoff Superstar

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.

Radko Gudas News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 22
Ducks’ Radko Gudas Ruled Out Of Game 2

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.

Ethan Procyszyn News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21
Ducks Sign Ethan Procyszyn To Entry-Level Deal

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.

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