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Ducks Sign Marcus Nordmark To Entry-Level Contract

The Anaheim Ducks have agreed to terms on a contract with their second first-round pick of the 2026 NHL Draft. According to a team announcement, the Ducks have signed winger Marcus Nordmark to a three-year, entry-level contract.

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Ducks sign Marcus Nordmark to entry-level contract

The Anaheim Ducks have locked up one of their two 2026 first-round draft picks. On Wednesday, the Ducks signed winger Marcus Nordmark to his three-year, entry-level contract.

Leo Carlsson News / The Lead / July 15

Anaheim Ducks Took a Gamble on Leo Carlsson’s Contract

The Anaheim Ducks made a major statement this past Thursday. It came with the decision to match the Leo Carlsson offer sheet from the Philadelphia Flyers.

NHL News / NHLFanCentral / July 15

Keith Yandle shares thoughts on Ducks forward Cutter Gauthier’s contract talks

Another player’s deal is set to shape Cutter Gauthier’s next contract with the Anaheim Ducks. Spittin’ Chiclets co-host Keith Yandle said this week that Gauthier, who’s a restricted free agent, was sure he wouldn’t settle for less than what Leo Carlsson just received from the Ducks.

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Leo Carlsson News / NHL Trade Talk / July 14

Carlsson’s Agents Spill Behind-the-Scenes Truth About Ducks Offer Sheet Drama

The Leo Carlsson offer sheet drama dates back almost a full year for fans who want to understand the details of how his new contract with the Anaheim Ducks came about.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Nick Jensen News / The Hockey Writers / July 14

Get to Know Ducks’ New Defenseman Nick Jensen

As part of a busy opening to the 2026 NHL free agency period, the Anaheim Ducks signed veteran defenseman Nick Jensen to a two-year contract with an average annual value of $2.25 million.

Leo Carlsson News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Leo Carlsson’s Agents Reveal Truth Behind Historic $90 Million Offer Sheet

Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson’s five-year, $90 million contract changed the NHL salary landscape before just his fourth season of professional play.

Leo Carlsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 14

Leo Carlsson’s agents pull curtain back on $90 million offer sheet

The Anaheim Ducks recently matched an offer sheet signed by Leo Carlsson with the Philadelphia Flyers. No matter what decision was made, Carlsson is now the NHL’s highest-paid player.

Leo Carlsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 13

Flyers next move after Ducks match Leo Carlsson’s $90 million offer sheet

It was a bold move on the part of Philadelphia Flyers general manager Daniel Briere earlier this month, extending a five-year, $90 million offer sheet to Anaheim Ducks forward Leo Carlsson.

Leo Carlsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 13

What NHL offer sheet could be next after Ducks retain Leo Carlsson for $90 million

It is no longer shocking when a Restricted Free Agent in the NHL gets an offer sheet to leave his current team and sign with a new team. Leo Carlsson remains with the Anaheim Ducks after that team matched the $18 million per season offer over five years that was presented to him by the Philadelphia Flyers.

Tyson Hinds News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 13

Ducks sign defenseman to two-year contract extension

The Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday ensured they would keep one of their young defensemen for the next two seasons, signing Tyson Hinds to a two-year, one-way contract extension that runs through the 2027-28 NHL season.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 12

Projecting Cutter Gauthier’s next contract after Ducks match Leo Carlsson offer sheet

The Anaheim Ducks were at the center of one of the offseason’s most fascinating sagas. The Philadelphia Flyers signed Leo Carlsson to a five-year, $90 million offer sheet, which the Ducks matched.

Leo Carlsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 10

Next move Ducks must make after matching Leo Carlsson offer sheet

The Anaheim Ducks had two major restricted free agents to sign this summer. Leo Carlsson was an MVP candidate early in the season and has a bright future ahead of him.

Pat Verbeek News / Ball Exclusives / July 10

Pat Verbeek’s stubborn management has the Ducks in trouble

In the span of a month, the Anaheim Ducks have fallen from grace in the eyes of the hockey world. After an impressive playoff run showcasing their abundance of young talent, the Ducks have had arguably the worst offseason in the NHL.

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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 10

Brady, Matthew Tkachuk drop eye-opening claim about Ducks’ Leo Carlsson

Now that the Anaheim Ducks have officially matched Leo Carlsson’s offer sheet — making him the highest-paid player in NHL history by average annual value — it’s up to the Swedish star to live up to his $18 million per year billing.

Alex Dostie News / Inside The Rink / July 10

ECHL: South Carolina Stingrays Sign Alex Dostie

The South Carolina Stingrays continued reshaping their roster for the 2026-27 season by signing veteran forward Alex Dostie. The 29-year-old returns to North America after spending the last five seasons playing professionally in Europe, bringing nearly a decade of professional experience to South Carolina.

Anaheim Ducks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 10

Leo Carlsson becomes NHL’s highest-paid player after Ducks match Flyers’ offer

The Anaheim Ducks have matched the Philadelphia Flyers’ record-setting five-year, $90 million offer sheet for restricted free agent center Leo Carlsson, securing the 21-year-old star on a contract that makes him the NHL’s highest-paid player with an $18 million average annual value.