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Ducks Re-Sign Nikita Nesterenko To Two-Year Deal

Ducks Re-Sign Nikita Nesterenko To Two-Year Deal

The Ducks announced yesterday that they’ve extended left winger Nikita Nesterenko on a two-year contract. He was set to become a restricted free agent but will stay with the Ducks, receiving a one-way commitment worth $775K in 2025-26 and $800K in 2026-27 in the process, according to PuckPedia.

Nikita Nesterenko News / Daily Faceoff / June 18
Ducks sign Nikita Nesterenko to two-year extension

Ducks sign Nikita Nesterenko to two-year extension

The Anaheim Ducks have announced that they’ve signed winger Nikita Nesterenko to a two-year contract extension with a $787,500 cap hit. Nesterenko had previously been on a one-year, $874,125 contract with the Ducks, and was set to be a restricted free agent this summer.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18
3 players Ducks must trade in 2025 NHL offseason

3 players Ducks must trade in 2025 NHL offseason

The Anaheim Ducks are ready to contend in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and look to be on the upswing. However, there is still work to be done, and free agency and the NHL offseason will be a major focus.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18
Ducks’ most realistic trade acquisitions in 2025 NHL offseason

Ducks’ most realistic trade acquisitions in 2025 NHL offseason

The Anaheim Ducks are ready to take the next step after hiring Joel Quenneville to become their next head coach. Now, the focus is on contending for a playoff spot after several years of rebuilding.

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The '5+ goals in one Stanley Cup Final in the Modern Era' quiz

The '5+ goals in one Stanley Cup Final in the Modern Era' quiz

How many of the players to score five goals in a single Stanley Cup Final series since the Modern Era began (1967-68) can you name in five minutes?

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Anaheim Ducks News / House of Hockey / June 18
Anaheim Ducks reportedly place 37-goal scorer on the trade block

Anaheim Ducks reportedly place 37-goal scorer on the trade block

He could be a very valuable trade chip for a team that's ready to get better and take a huge leap forward in 2025-26.

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Anaheim Ducks have interest in Mitch Marner, but only up to a point
Colorado Avalanche have little salary cap space and not many draft picks
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The '2006-07 Anaheim Ducks' quiz
Chris Kreider News / The Hockey Writers / June 17
Rangers Should Retire Chris Kreider’s Number

Rangers Should Retire Chris Kreider’s Number

The long-inevitable has finally happened. Chris Kreider is no longer a New York Ranger after 13 seasons. The Massachusetts native went from a member of John Tortorella’s dog house early in his career to having a remarkable run with the Original Six franchise.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 17
Anaheim Ducks have interest in Mitch Marner, but only up to a point

Anaheim Ducks have interest in Mitch Marner, but only up to a point

Cory Wilkins of Daily Faceoff: Tyler Yaremchuk notes that the Anaheim Ducks have over $30 million in cap space remaining and basically only have RFAs Lukas Dostal and Mason McTavish to re-sign.

John Gibson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 17
Is This The Year The Ducks Finally Trade John Gibson?

Is This The Year The Ducks Finally Trade John Gibson?

For Anaheim Ducks goaltender John Gibson, the trade rumors have persisted for years as the team has undergone a deep rebuild. Gibson was once among the NHL’s elite netminders but hasn’t been part of the upper echelon of goaltenders for the past half-decade despite being compensated like one.

Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / June 16
Clara, Larkin among initial six players named to Italy’s 2026 Olympic team

Clara, Larkin among initial six players named to Italy’s 2026 Olympic team

The first slate of names representing the hosts in next year’s tournament has been released. On Monday, the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) released the first six names playing for Team Italy at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina.

Anaheim Ducks News / Blade of Steel / June 14
Anaheim Ducks Want to Pursue Maple Leafs Star Forward if Exit Becomes Reality, per Elliotte Friedman

Anaheim Ducks Want to Pursue Maple Leafs Star Forward if Exit Becomes Reality, per Elliotte Friedman

The Anaheim Ducks are already after one departing Maple Leafs star, and now, a top Insider has revealed they may be after a second as well. With over $30

NHL News / Blade of Steel / June 14
Mika Zibanejad Shares Emotional Message to Chris Kreider After Stunning Trade to Ducks

Mika Zibanejad Shares Emotional Message to Chris Kreider After Stunning Trade to Ducks

Mika Zibanejad's favourite teammate was traded this week, and now, the veteran forward has paid tribute to Chris Kreider as he heads to the Anaheim Ducks.

Chris Kreider News / The Hockey Writers / June 14
Grading the Rangers & Ducks Chris Kreider Trade

Grading the Rangers & Ducks Chris Kreider Trade

On June 12, the New York Rangers and Anaheim Ducks did business for the second time this season, with Chris Kreider and a 2025 fourth-round pick going to the Ducks in exchange for prospect Carey Terrance and a 2025 third-round pick.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / June 14
NHL Insider Wonders if Ducks Would 'Take a Shot' at Maple Leafs Veteran

NHL Insider Wonders if Ducks Would 'Take a Shot' at Maple Leafs Veteran

After acquiring Chris Kreider from the New York Rangers, the Anaheim Ducks appear far from finished with their offseason moves.  NHL insider Elliotte Friedman

Chris Kreider News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 13
Ducks’ Chris Kreider breaks silence on Rangers trade

Ducks’ Chris Kreider breaks silence on Rangers trade

The Anaheim Ducks completed a trade for veteran forward Chris Kreider on Thursday. This ended his 13-year tenure with the New York Rangers. New York needed cap space, and the Ducks were willing to absorb Kreider’s contract.

NHL News / House of Hockey / June 13
Mika Zibanejad's Wife Sends a Heart-Wrenching Goodbye to Chris Kreider After His Trade to Anaheim

Mika Zibanejad's Wife Sends a Heart-Wrenching Goodbye to Chris Kreider After His Trade to Anaheim

On Thursday, long-time Ranger Chris Kreider was traded to the Ducks, and now, wife of former teammate Mika Zibanejad has paid beautiful tribute to the veteran.

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The 'Most points with zero assists in the NBA Finals' quiz
 The 'Most points with zero assists in the NBA Finals' quiz
The '5+ goals in one Stanley Cup Final in the Modern Era' quiz
 The '5+ goals in one Stanley Cup Final in the Modern Era' quiz
The 'Most points in a quarter of an NBA Finals game' quiz
 The 'Most points in a quarter of an NBA Finals game' quiz
The 'U.S. Open host golf courses' quiz
 The 'U.S. Open host golf courses' quiz
Lucas Pettersson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 13
Ducks sign 2024 second-round pick to entry-level contract

Ducks sign 2024 second-round pick to entry-level contract

Pettersson split his season between Sweden’s SHL and HockeyAllsvenskan and is expected to return to the SHL’s MoDo Hockey next year.

A win-win? Grading the Chris Kreider trade to Ducks
NHL 2024-25 All-Rookie Team features three unanimous selections
Which players have the most points in NHL postseason history?
The '2006-07 Anaheim Ducks' quiz
Lucas Pettersson News / Daily Faceoff / June 13
Ducks sign Lucas Pettersson to three-year entry-level contract

Ducks sign Lucas Pettersson to three-year entry-level contract

The Anaheim Ducks have secured one of their top prospects, signing center Lucas Pettersson to a three-year entry-level contract on Friday afternoon.  The

Chris Kreider News / Athlon Sports / June 13
Chris Kreider Breaks Silence After Rangers-Ducks Trade

Chris Kreider Breaks Silence After Rangers-Ducks Trade

Chris Kreider has officially begun a new chapter with the Anaheim Ducks after being traded by the New York Rangers on Thursday. Kreider, 34, spent his entire 13-year career with the Rangers, who drafted him with the No.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL Rumors / June 13
Anaheim Ducks Set Sights on Playoff Return with Joel Quenneville, Chris Kreider, and Ambitious Offseason

Anaheim Ducks Set Sights on Playoff Return with Joel Quenneville, Chris Kreider, and Ambitious Offseason

The Anaheim Ducks are entering a new era defined by bold moves and renewed ambition. After seven consecutive seasons without a playoff appearance—their last coming in 2018—the Ducks’ front office has signaled that the rebuild is over and the time to contend is now.

Anaheim Ducks News / Last Word On Sports / June 12
Analyzing Veteran Wingers Impact on the Anaheim Ducks

Analyzing Veteran Wingers Impact on the Anaheim Ducks

Get a breakdown of the Chris Kreider trade and find out what it means. For the Anaheim Ducks headed into this offseason will this be just the tip of the iceberg?

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 12
A win-win? Grading the Chris Kreider trade to Ducks

A win-win? Grading the Chris Kreider trade to Ducks

Kreider was traded to the Ducks for a prospect in a deal that also involved the swapping of draft picks.

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25 great NHL teams that somehow didn't win the Stanley Cup
The 'NHL goalie all-time save percentage leaders' quiz
NHL News / Breakaway on SI / June 11
Ducks, Rangers Closing in On Blockbuster Trade

Ducks, Rangers Closing in On Blockbuster Trade

The New York Rangers and Anaheim Ducks are reportedly nearing another blockbuster trade. Last season, the two organizations linked up in a trade that sent former Rangers captain Jacob Trouba to the state of California.

Anaheim Ducks News / Last Word On Sports / June 10
NHL Rumours: Update on Anaheim Ducks Bid for Marquee UFA

NHL Rumours: Update on Anaheim Ducks Bid for Marquee UFA

It’s time for another edition of NHL Rumours. While the Stanley Cup Final continues, there’s plenty to discuss among teams that are already on the golf course.

Mitch Marner News / The Hockey Writers / June 9
Anaheim Ducks Should Pursue Mitch Marner This Offseason

Anaheim Ducks Should Pursue Mitch Marner This Offseason

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ star forward Mitch Marner will become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, and rumors have immediately begun to fly regarding the 28-year-old’s future.

Jason Robertson News / Blade of Steel / June 5
Stars mulling Jason Robertson trade, two teams emerge as suitors

Dallas Stars reportedly considering Jason Robertson trade, two teams emerge as potential suitors

Dallas Stars stud Jason Robertson could be available for trade.

Blackhawks named as a landing spot for 225-goal veteran
NHL Rumors: Mitch Marner Has a List, and the Top 20 NHL Trade Targets
What cities should get NHL expansion teams?
The 'NHL active hat-trick leaders' quiz
Anaheim Ducks News / Breakaway on SI / May 31
Ducks Must Lock Up These Two RFAs

Ducks Must Lock Up These Two RFAs

One of sociologist Michael Foucault's foremost theories revolves around the idea that power is something that cannot be obtained. Sociology professors would love this, so if you're Pat Verbeek, general manager of the Anaheim Ducks, you most certainly disagree with Foucault's theory.

Joel Quenneville News / Yardbarker / May 8
Ducks' hiring of Joel Quenneville as HC is a black eye for organization

Ducks' hiring of Joel Quenneville as HC is a black eye for organization

Anaheim must wear the Joel Quenneville hiring as a scarlet letter. Every win will serve as a reminder of the seedy deal it made to try to be relevant.

Ducks make decision on next head coach

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