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Ducks GM Pat Verbeek breaks silence on shocking John Carlson trade

On Thursday night, the Anaheim Ducks acquired veteran defenseman John Carlson from the Washington Capitals in exchange for a conditional first-round draft pick (2026 or 2027) and a 2027 third-round pick.

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Ducks Acquire John Carlson

A midnight blockbuster kicks off deadline day. The Ducks announced they’ve acquired two-time All-Star defenseman John Carlson from the Capitals. Washington lands a conditional first-round pick in return, plus Anaheim’s third-round pick in 2027.

Ryan Poehling News / Field Level Media / March 5

Ducks sign forward Ryan Poehling to 4-year deal

Ryan Poehling is staying put in Anaheim after the forward signed a new four-year contract Ducks on Friday. Poehling would have become an unrestricted free agent this summer.

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The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Ryan Poehling News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Ducks re-sign Ryan Poehling to four-year extension

The Anaheim Ducks have locked up their third-line center for the rest of the decade. On Thursday, the team announced that they have re-signed Ryan Poehling to a four-year contract extension.

Anaheim Ducks News / Last Word On Sports / March 5

The Anaheim Ducks Announce 4-Year Contract Extension to Centre

The Anaheim Ducks are making a non-trade related move on the eve of the 2025-26 NHL Trade Deadline. They have announced that centre Ryan Poehling signs a new contract extension with the club.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 5

Ducks entertain Canadiens while on verge of Pacific Division lead

The Anaheim Ducks have been one of the most pleasant surprises of the 2025-26 NHL season. The rebuilding California squad has spent most of the season in a playoff position and, at times, even held the top spot in the Pacific Division.

Ryan Poehling News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Ducks Sign Ryan Poehling To Four-Year Extension

The Ducks announced they’ve signed center Ryan Poehling to a four-year extension. It carries an average annual value of $3.75MM for a total value of $15MM, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Ducks Looking To Add On The Wing

So far, it’s been a quiet deadline season for Anaheim. The only deal the Ducks have made this season was to acquire depth winger Jeffrey Viel from the Bruins in January.

Anaheim Ducks News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Ducks could look to add veteran defenseman

The Anaheim Ducks continue to be one of the surprises of this NHL season. A scorching-hot start gave way to a brutal slump that looked like it would knock the Ducks out of the playoff picture, but the young team led by stars like Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier has powered back of late.

Anaheim Ducks News / Field Level Media / March 5

Ville Husso steller in net as Ducks score 5 unanswered goals to top Islanders

Cutter Gauthier scored Anaheim's first two goals of a three-goal first-period flurry Wednesday night for the host Ducks, who cooled off the surging New York Islanders with a 5-1 win.

Frank Vatrano News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 4

Anaheim Ducks Activate Frank Vatrano

The Anaheim Ducks have activated winger Frank Vatrano off of injured reserve. In a corresponding move, they have placed center Mikael Granlund, who is sidelined with an upper-body injury, on injured reserve.

Anaheim Ducks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 4

Ducks’ dream, nightmare scenario for 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The Anaheim Ducks have woken up this season from multiple years of sleep walking in the Pacific Division of the Western Conference. The positioning of Joel Quenneville behind the bench is a move that got the it attention of every player who puts on one of the Ducks’ orange sweaters.