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It’s debatable when exactly NHL GMs are safe to tape those “Gone Fishing” signs to their doors, but we’re close to that point. Give or take 95 percent of the offseason roster turnover happens before July is up.

Patrick Kane's exit makes Dylan Larkin's Red Wings problem even worse

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 18

The Ducks Have Had An Uneven Offseason

The Anaheim Ducks finished last season feeling pretty good about the gains the team had made, going from a non-playoff team to a second-round elimination.

Anaheim Ducks 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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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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 9

Has Ducks GM Pat Verbeek learned his lesson from Leo Carlsson offer sheet?

It was a whirlwind week for the Anaheim Ducks, who were faced with a record-breaking offer sheet for forward Leo Carlsson from the Philadelphia Flyers, which they ultimately matched.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 8

Leo Carlsson offer sheet drama seen as ‘fireable offense’ for Ducks’ Pat Verbeek

The Anaheim Ducks could be put in a tough situation as Leo Carlsson signed an offer sheet with the Philadelphia Flyers for five years, $18 million annually.

Anaheim Ducks News / Dose.ca / July 7

Leo Carlsson: An executive believes Pat Verbeek should be fired

The pressure on Pat Verbeek was already enormous. But now, it may have just reached a whole new level. Ever since the Flyers made a massive hostile offer to Leo Carlsson, the Ducks' general manager has been at the center of discussions throughout the NHL.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL Trade Talk / July 7

Pat Verbeek has lost control of the Anaheim Ducks

A week into the Leo Carlsson offer sheet saga, the story has evolved well past a simple “can Anaheim afford to match” question. According to Flyers reporter Bill Meltzer, that framing misses the point entirely.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL Rumors / July 6

The Anaheim Ducks' Potential Cap Crunch Was Avoidable

Anaheim Ducks General Manager Pat Verbeek had everything all laid out nice and neat with his salary cap structure. He was going to lock up his core to reasonable contracts, similar to what the Montreal Canadiens and Carolina Hurricanes had done.

Anaheim Ducks News / Dose.ca / July 4

Leo Carlsson: Pat Verbeek has been looking for trouble for a long time, and he’s just found it

Yesterday afternoon, the Ducks watched as the Flyers made a hostile offer to Leo Carlsson. Carlsson signed a five-year contract that will pay him $18 million a year.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 18

Three potential trade destinations for Mason McTavish

The 2026 offseason isn’t going to be the first time that Mason McTavish’s name is in trade talks. McTavish held out in contract talks with the Anaheim Ducks over last year’s offseason, and he didn’t sign a new six-year deal until a little under two weeks before the regular season began.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 Hockey Writers / May 12

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.

Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / April 10

Ducks sign GM Pat Verbeek to multi-year extension

On the verge of making the playoffs for the first time since 2018, the Anaheim Ducks have rewarded the man in charge of putting together their team. On Friday, the Ducks announced that they have signed general manager Pat Verbeek to a multi-year contract extension.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 19

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman was 'irate': What caused 'heated exchange' at GM meetings?

The NHL held their annual general manager meetings this week.

The 'Active Stanley Cup Playoffs points leaders' quiz

NHL News / NHL Rumors / November 25

Anaheim Ducks in no Hurry to Deal Defenseman Pavel Mintyukov

The Anaheim Ducks are turning heads throughout the league. Their 4-3 overtime home win against the Las Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday pushed their record to 14-7-1.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL Rumors / November 21

NHL Rumors: Ducks GM Pat Verbeek Will Be Patient with RFA Extensions

The Anaheim Ducks are the toast of the town in the NHL. General Manager Pat Verbeek believed his team would be a playoff team this season. Lots of people rolled their eyes.

Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / November 14

Pat Verbeek is seeing early returns on his offseason moves for the Ducks

The Anaheim Ducks are one of the stories of the hockey season so far as we approach American Thanksgiving. Despite dropping their past two games, they sit in first place in the Pacific Division with a record of 11-5-1.

Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / November 7

Pat Verbeek overcame mistakes of previous Ducks’ regime

For all the talk about the hot starts of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Utah Mammoth, there may be no more shocking turnaround from last season to this season than the Anaheim Ducks.

Dallas Stars News / Blade of Steel / August 31, 2025

The Dallas Stars have brought back one of their toughest players in one of the best moves today in history

On August 31, 2001, the Dallas Stars made a move that reunited them with a key veteran from their Stanley Cup era, bringing back forward Pat Verbeek for a second stint with the franchise.

How Does Marco Rossi’s Contract Affect Mason McTavish Negotiations

Now that Marco Rossi has agreed to a three-year, $15 million bridge deal that carries an AAV of $5 million, everyone’s attention is being drawn to Mason McTavish of the Anaheim Ducks.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 15, 2025

Breaking down the strange new direction of the Ducks

The Anaheim Ducks are still well under the salary cap ceiling, sitting about $29M below the limit with four players left to sign to complete a 23-man roster.

What can the newest Ducks players bring to the team?

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The '2006-07 Anaheim Ducks' quiz

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL Rumors / April 27, 2025

Do the Anaheim Ducks Have a Plan Under GM Pat Verbeek?

The Anaheim Ducks made an interesting move last weekend as GM Pat Verbeek relieved head coach Greg Cronin of his head coaching duties with a year left to go.

Anaheim Ducks News / House of Hockey / April 20, 2025

Anaheim Ducks GM Pat Verbeek Sets Shockingly High Expectations for Next Season

Following the firing of Ducks head coach Greg Cronin, GM Pat Verbeek spoke to reporters, where he announced that he expects Anaheim to make the playoffs.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 5, 2024

Pair of Ducks stars are still drawing trade interest

Ducks starter John Gibson and developing center Trevor Zegras are still the subject of trade inquiries, Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek told The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun during the ongoing scouting combine.

Ducks sign goalie Damian Clara to entry-level contract

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The '2006-07 Anaheim Ducks' quiz

Anaheim Ducks News / The Hockey Writers / May 7, 2024

Ducks Awarded 3rd Pick in 2024 NHL Draft Lottery

Pat Verbeek will have a top-three selection for the second time in his three years as general manager of the Anaheim Ducks. After Tuesday night’s draft lottery, Anaheim will have the third-overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Anaheim Ducks News / Inside The Rink / March 8, 2024

Pat Verbeek’s Updates on the Anaheim Ducks

Earlier today, Pat Verbeek went on The Beeker, a podcast recorded through Ducks Stream, and he had quite a bit to say about the state of the Ducks, their prospects, and much more!