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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.

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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.

Joel Quenneville News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 11

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

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.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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Olen Zellweger News / The Hockey Writers / May 11

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.

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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 / Field Level Media / May 11

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.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 11

Winners, losers from Sunday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Canadiens dominate; Ducks get even

The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Sunday night with the Montreal Canadiens taking a 2-1 series lead over the Buffalo Sabres and the Anaheim Ducks getting even with the Vegas Golden Knights.

Canadiens look poised to bring the Stanley Cup back to Canada

Hurricanes make history with second straight sweep to open playoffs

Winners, losers from Saturday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Wild's stars get them on the board

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Olen Zellweger News / The Hockey Writers / May 10

Oilers Should Buy Low on Ducks’ Olen Zellweger This Offseason

The Edmonton Oilers have to make some changes this offseason, and one of those changes might be to add some stronger depth to their blueline. They may not be able to swing big for a big-name free agent or a big-name trade target, but they will have to figure out a way to find some diamonds in the rough.

Lukas Dostal News / Ball Exclusives / May 9

Dostal to remain starting goalie for Ducks despite playoff struggles

InUnThe Anaheim Ducks have announced that Lukas Dostal will start in net for Game 4 against the Las Vegas Golden Knights despite his playoff struggles this postseason.

Joel Quenneville News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 9

The lesson Ducks’ Joel Quenneville learned after Game 3 loss to Golden Knights

The Anaheim Ducks got shellacked by the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 3 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series Friday. Vegas defeated Anaheim, 6-2. Ducks head coach Joel Quenneville is trying to look at the bright side, as he believes his club learned a lesson.

Joel Quenneville News / Athlon Sports / May 8

Ducks' Joel Quenneville Addresses Mason MacTavish Decision After Game 2 Win

Mason McTavish was once the No. 3 overall pick of the Anaheim Ducks, and given the production he had throughout his junior career, expectations were that he would be a key piece of Anaheim's future.

Joel Quenneville News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 8

Ducks’ Joel Quenneville drops ‘growing pains’ truth bomb ahead of Game 3 vs. Golden Knights

The Anaheim Ducks responded well in a Game 2 win after losing Game 1 to the Vegas Golden Knights. Ahead of Game 3, Ducks’ coach Joel Quenneville discussed the growing pains this young team has faced throughout the playoffs, according to Derek Van Diest of NHL.com.

Troy Terry News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 8

What Troy Terry is most proud of Ducks for amid impressive playoff run

All hockey fans circled the Anaheim Ducks as a team to watch in the Stanley Cup Playoffs thanks to their high-event style of play. Anaheim was one of the most exciting offensive teams in the league during the regular season, but its defense was a mess at times.

Joel Quenneville News / Daily Faceoff / May 7

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

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Lukas Dostal News / Field Level Media / May 7

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.

Joel Quenneville News / EasySportz / May 7

Joel Quenneville is Making Hockey History in Anaheim

Joel Quenneville added another massive milestone to his legendary coaching career Wednesday night, becoming the second-winningest coach in NHL playoff history after leading the Anaheim Ducks to a huge 3-1 road win over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 7

Winners, losers from Stanley Cup playoffs: Alex Lyon stays hot

Winners, losers from Wednesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Alex Lyon stays hot for Sabres

The second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Wednesday night with the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks both picking up wins. Let's dig a little deeper into both of those games and pick out the biggest winners and losers from the night.

Sabres' power play tallies twice to topple Canadiens in Game 1

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

Players, teams that benefit most from salary-cap increase: Connor Bedard wins

Will winning Draft Lottery convince Auston Matthews to stay with Leafs?

Watch: Brent Burns accidentally strikes Kirill Kaprizov in the groin with skate

Cutter Gauthier News / Athlon Sports / May 6

Ducks' Cutter Gauthier Takes Shot At Former Head Coach

The Anaheim Ducks have been building one of the strongest young cores in the NHL, and in 2025-26, all of that time on putting together this group has started to pay off.

Anaheim Ducks News / Field Level Media / May 5

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.

Anaheim Ducks News / The Hockey Writers / May 5

Ducks News and Notes: Playoffs Round Two

The Anaheim Ducks played a tough, gritty, and exciting first round in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. In six games against the Edmonton Oilers, they put up an astonishing 30 goals.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 1

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.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1

Connor McDavid has brutal take on Oilers after elimination

Connor McDavid has brutal yet accurate take on Oilers after elimination

Another season of the Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl era has come and gone for the Edmonton OIlers, and it once again ended without a Stanley Cup.

Ducks claim first playoff series win since 2017, oust Oilers

Kirill Kaprizov, Quinn Hughes are reason Wild have real chance at Stanley Cup

Wild defeat Stars, advance to second round

Can Flyers continue their surprising run with upset of Hurricanes?

Cam York on stick throw celebration: 'I don't want a lawsuit'

Jackson LaCombe News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28

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.