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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.

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Was the Mintyukov Extension a Response to a Pending Offer Sheet?

Anaheim just avoided (at least for now) a second offer-sheet saga in the same offseason — and the timeline suggests it wasn’t a coincidence. According to Frank Seravalli, the Ducks were notified that an offer sheet was pending for defenseman Pavel Mintyukov.

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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.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 5

Ducks Sign Pavel Mintyukov To Five-Year Extension

6:20 PM: The agreement between Anaheim and Mintyukov has been finalized, a five-year contract extension which carries a $7.2MM AAV. Earlier this evening,

NHL News / Dose.ca / July 5

'The Canadiens are among the teams interested in Pavel Mintyukov'

The Anaheim Ducks find themselves in a rather precarious situation today. The team must decide whether or not to match the hostile offer made to Leo Carlsson, which would pay him $18 million a year.

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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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 3

Ducks’ Pavel Mintyukov Garnering Offer Sheet Interest

Teams around the league are responding to the Philadelphia Flyers’ record-setting offer sheet tendered to Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson. The most immediate impact has been an uptick in interest around another of Anaheim’s restricted free agents.

Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / April 7

Ducks’ Pavel Mintyukov returns to lineup after three-game absence

A young rearguard is set to return to the ice after missing time due to injury. When speaking to the media, Anaheim Ducks defenseman Pavel Mintyukov revealed that he will be in the lineup when the team faces off with the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night.

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NHL News / TheLeafsnation / February 6

Why the Maple Leafs should make an offer for Ducks defenceman Pavel Mintyukov

The Toronto Maple Leafs have endured a trying season with a bleak outlook at this juncture. They have struggled to maintain consistency early on, are outplayed most nights, and find themselves six points back of the final Wild Card spot in the East entering the Olympic break.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 1

Early Pavel Mintyukov destinations before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

There are a lot of positives to take into 2026 for the Anaheim Ducks, as they enter the New Year in a playoff position. New coach Joel Quenneville is in the Jack Adams conversation, and young stars like Cutter Gauthier have exploded.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 3

Best Pavel Mintyukov destinations amid recent Ducks trade buzz

The Anaheim Ducks are surging at the top of the Pacific Division in early December. Anaheim has long been seen as an up-and-coming team. With a young nucleus that includes Pavel Mintyukov, Leo Carlsson, Cutter Gauthier, and Beckett Sennecke on the roster, this is a team that could compete for a very long time.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 4

Why Ducks must not move Pavel Mintyukov amid trade buzz

Things have been exciting on Katella Avenue, as the Anaheim Ducks are off to a hot start while leading the Pacific Division with a 16-9-1 record. Defenseman Pavel Mintyukov has been in the headlines lately, and actually scored a goal against the St.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 25

Maple Leafs Could Add More Speed and Youth by Targeting Mintyukov

The Toronto Maple Leafs are in dire need of some assistance throughout the lineup. They’re offseason acquisitions hasn’t nearly been as impactful as many

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.

NHL News / Flamesnation / November 22

Should the Flames target Ducks defensemen Pavel Mintyukov in a trade?

We’re a quarter of the way through the 2025-26 NHL season, and it’s getting to the point where Calgary Flames fans are desperate for the team to start moving forward and make some trades.

Anaheim Ducks News / Inside The Rink / November 22

Could the Red Wings be a Fit for Pavel Mintyukov?

This is a spicy one. The red-hot Anaheim Ducks may be forced to move their former top 10 pick, Pavel Mintyukov. It was reported earlier this week that if Mintyukov can’t find his way into this Ducks rotation as more than just a depth piece, he may want out.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 20

Ducks’ Pavel Mintyukov is potentially seeking a trade

In his recent 32 Thoughts blog, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that Anaheim Ducks defenseman Pavel Mintyukov is upset with being scratched in back-to-back games.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 20

Flyers Should Target Ducks’ Disgruntled Pavel Mintyukov

The high-flying Anaheim Ducks have been among the NHL’s biggest surprises this season. They rank first in the Pacific Division, led by a dominant young core just starting to find its wings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / December 13, 2024

Recent 10th Overall Draft Pick, Top Defensive Prospect Connected to Edmonton Oilers in Trade

The Edmonton Oilers are still in the market to add a defenceman this season, and the new availability of Pavel Mintyukov from the Anaheim Ducks could be a very exciting option.

Anaheim Ducks News / Inside The Rink / September 15, 2024

Pavel Mintyukov the Future of the Ducks Defense: Anaheim Ducks 2024-25 Player Previews

Pavel Mintyukov had an impressive rookie season with the Ducks, exceeding expectations by earning a spot on the NHL roster right out of training camp. He played 63 games, netting 4 goals, and accumulating 28 points while averaging 18:51 of ice time per game.

Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / January 11, 2024

Anaheim Ducks’ Trevor Zegras to miss 6-8 weeks, Pavel Mintyukov out six weeks

We have a definitive diagnosis on the injuries to two of the Anaheim Ducks’ young stars. On Thursday, the team revealed that forward Trevor Zegras has a broken left ankle, while defenseman Pavel Mintyukov has a separated shoulder.

Anaheim Ducks News / Yardbarker / August 24, 2023