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The Anaheim Ducks may be in a funk, but unfortunately, it's not a new trend

Stop me if you've heard this before, but the Anaheim Ducks lost again. In yet another uninspiring and listless defeat, this time at the hands of the New Jersey Devils in a 4-1 shellacking on Thursday night, the Ducks have now lost 5 consecutive games and are firmly outside of the playoff picture with just 8 points in the standings.

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Ducks Recall Travis Mitchell; Place Pavel Mintyukov On IR

According to a team announcement, the Anaheim Ducks have recalled defenseman Travis Mitchell from the AHL’s San Diego Gulls. In a corresponding roster move, the Ducks placed defenseman Pavel Mintyukov on the injured reserve with a lower-body ailment.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 23

Familiar faces square off as ascending Flyers host road-weary Ducks

Two teams that are trending in opposite directions face off Saturday afternoon when the Philadelphia Flyers host the Anaheim Ducks. Philadelphia got off to a brutal start this season, going 0-6-3 in its first nine games.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 21

Struggling Ducks seek faster start against surging Devils

The Anaheim Ducks were able to score the opening goal in their first five games this season, but have not been seizing control of late in a four-game losing streak.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Anaheim Ducks News / Pucks of a Feather / October 18

The Anaheim Ducks have taken a slight step back, after going winless in week 3 of the 2026-27 season

With their loss 4-2 loss to the Boston Bruins on Friday night, the Anaheim Ducks went 0-2 in week 3 of their 2026-27 season. The Ducks currently sit outside of the playoff picture, as they are 1 point back of the Dallas Stars for the first wildcard spot and 3 points back of the Seattle Kraken for third in the Pacific Division.

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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.

Mikael Granlund News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Ducks' Mikael Granlund out day-to-day with upper-body injury

The on-ice leader of the Quack Attack is off the pond.

Jets' Josh Morrissey now week-to-week with upper-body injury

Leafs' Chris Tanev week-to-week with upper-body injury

Seven unexpected players put in opportunistic roles to start 2026-27

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Anaheim Ducks News / Pucks of a Feather / October 14

House of horrors no longer, as there were more schmucks than Ducks in Anaheim's loss to the Flames

The Anaheim Ducks lost to the Calgary Flames on Tuesday night, by a final score of 4-2. Historically, the Honda Center was once a house of horrors for the Flames, especially during the Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry heyday.

Anaheim Ducks News / The Hockey Writers / October 13

Anaheim Ducks Roster Updates: Poehling, McQueen, Mitchell, and Gauthier

The Anaheim Ducks have made some roster moves to start the week. Ryan Poehling, Roger McQueen, and Travis Mitchell have been shuffled around within the organization.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 13

Ducks Make Multiple Roster Moves

The Anaheim Ducks will look slightly different tonight against the Calgary Flames. In their game-day preview, the Ducks confirmed several previously referenced transactions.

Ryan Poehling News / Field Level Media / October 13

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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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 / The Lead / October 13

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.

Roger McQueen News / Inside The Rink / October 13

Anaheim Ducks Callup Roger McQueen, Expected to Make Debut Tonight

The Anaheim Ducks will face the Calgary Flames tonight. The Ducks will be without three forwards tonight as Troy Terry is on injured reserve and Cutter Gauthier along with Ryan Poehling are day-to-day.

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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.

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.

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.

Cutter Gauthier News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 11

Ducks’ Cutter Gauthier will not return vs. Flames with upper-body injury

The Anaheim Ducks picked up another road win on Saturday night, but it came with a potentially costly scare. Cutter Gauthier, who led the team with 41 goals and 69 points last season, left Anaheim’s 4-2 victory over the Calgary Flames in the first period with an upper-body injury and did not return.

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.

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.

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.

Tristan Luneau News / NHL Trade Talk / October 1