DucksNPucks Podcast

The Anaheim Ducks have gone 2-3-0 on their current holiday road trip. The Ducks started out winning the first two games but then dropped the last three contests. After the holiday break, they will have one more road game against the San Jose Sharks. Anaheim is currently in fourth place in the Pacific Division.The topics for this week's show include:-Goal Drought-John Gibson's Longevity-Powerless Play-Where is Ryan Kesler?-Flag Hockey

The Anaheim Ducks finished their recent homestand going 3-1-0. The Ducks scored 16 goals in their last four games and have won seven of their last eight games. The Ducks are currently tied for second place in the Pacific Division. Anaheim begins a six-game road trip in Columbus. The topics for this week's show include:-Anaheim's offense heats up-Who's hot & who's not-Bob Murray's contract extension-The trade involving Marcus Pettersson and Daniel Sprong-Comeback Kids

The topics for this interview include:*The Ducks leading scorer Pontus Aberg*The trade involving Pettersson and Sprong*The future of Randy Carlyle*Season outlook for Anaheim*The NHL Expansion in Seattle

The Anaheim Ducks just completed a five-game road trip that saw the team go 4-1-0. After dropping the opening road game in Nashville, the Ducks went on to win the next four contests. Anaheim was able to rally in the final game of the road trip from four goals down to beat the Capitals 6-5 in dramatic fashion. The Ducks sit just one point out of first place in the Pacific Division, but are they a contender or just a pretender?

Recently the Anaheim Ducks have been hanging around third place in the Pacific Division. The Ducks have been able to improve their play, but every time they take a step forward they then seem to take two steps backward. Despite Anaheim being in a playoff spot, some are still not happy with the Ducks management.On this show, we discuss the Ducks sporadic play, management's decision to send Max Comtois back to the juniors, Anaheim's scoring and coaching issues.

This past week the Ducks played well against Nashville and Toronto but were blowout 5-0 by Vegas. Anaheim has been inconsistent this season and it has many upset that Randy Carlyle is still the head coach.On this show, we discuss the Ducks performance, the injuries, and how management could try to improve the situation in Anaheim.

The Ducks ended their seven-game losing streak this week but dropped games to their cross-town rival Los Angeles and Minnesota. John Gibson had enough in the game against the Wild as he put Eric Fehr in a headlock and ripped his helmet off. On this show, we have a discussion about Gibson's frustration and how the team has been leaning on him too much. We talk about the issues with Randy Carlyle, but also with Bob Murray. The question is will the team be able to right the ship before it's too late.

After having lost four games in a row, the Ducks returned home to Anaheim for three games this past week. The Ducks lost all three of those contests and are now on a seven-game slide.On this show, we have a spirited conversation about what is going wrong in Anaheim and whether or not Head Coach Randy Carlyle should be fired. We take an in-depth look at some of the numbers that could shine some light on the Ducks issues.

The Anaheim Ducks started the season 5-1-1 but then went on a four-game losing streak. The Ducks are now 5-5-1 and it has many people asking questions about Randy Carlyle, the players, and the rest of the season.On this show, we take a deep dive into the stats and puck possession numbers for the Ducks. Anaheim is sitting at a .500 record, but they can't keep playing the way they have been for the rest of the season.

Ryan Kesler scored two goals in the Ducks win over the New York Islanders this week. In his post-game interview, he said the performance was a "big middle finger" to those who doubted he would return to form after his surgery. On this show, we analyze Kesler's play and Anaheim's overall performance while discussing lineups, roster moves, and injuries.

This past week Ryan Kesler returned to action when the Ducks played the Arizona Coyotes. Kesler scored the first goal of the game, but Anaheim would eventually lose the game 3-2 in a shootout. Some question whether it was too soon or not for him to return. On this show, we take a look at Kesler's return and all the other injury news surrounding the team. We analyze how the team has played so far going 3-0-1 in their first four games. We also added a "fan takeover" segment, which includes topics picked from our patron supporters.

The Anaheim Ducks are going to start this season with several new faces that are starting their NHL careers. The Ducks are dealing with the injury bug again at the beginning of the season. They will be without Patrick Eaves, Korbinian Holzer, Ondrej Kase, Ryan Kesler, Max Jones, and Corey Perry.On this show, we talk about the youth movement in Anaheim and how it could all play out this season. We break down the lineup giving our takes on the offensive and defensive sides of the puck.

The Anaheim Ducks dealt with injuries last season and it appears the 2018-19 season will be no different.On this show, we discuss who could step up for the Ducks this season, especially since Eaves and Kesler will not start at the beginning of this season.

Recently Kesler sent out a tweet to Ryan Johansen asking him if he wanted to meet up before the season. It's obvious that the rivalry between the two still exists, but does it signal Kesler's return next season?Hannah Spraker from The 4th Period joins us to talk about Kesler's possible return and to also discuss John Gibson's contract extension and how it will affect the Ducks.

Who doesn't like beer and hockey? On this show Nick Fleehart from Beer League Talk joins us to discuss the Pacific Division, the Ducks, the Flames, and of course the Ducks 25th Anniversary jersey.

The NHL free agency has come and gone. The Anaheim Ducks now face financial and lineup decisions for the upcoming season.We discuss lineup options and the financial situation on this show. We also discuss the jersey retirements of Paul Kariya and Scott Niedermayer.

The NHL draft has come and gone, but the NHL free agency is almost upon us.On this show, we recap Anaheim's draft picks and then turn our attention to possible players the Ducks could target through free agency.

The NHL Draft is just around the corner and it's predicted to be wide open after the opening picks have been made.On this show, we discuss who the Anaheim Ducks might look to add to their organization. We also discuss how the Patrick Eaves, Ryan Kesler, and Corey Perry situations could affect the Ducks draft and free agency strategy. Lastly, we provide an update on Kesler's health issues.

The Anaheim Ducks announced some coaching moves and provided an injury update on Ryan Miller recently. The biggest news of the week came from Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman as he stated that Ryan Kesler might not be able to play next season.On this show, we discuss the effect on the team if Kesler is unable to play part or all of next season. We also discuss the Stanley Cup Final and share our thoughts on who will win it all.

The Anaheim Ducks 2017-18 season was filled with injuries and another second half playoff push. Despite finishing the season on a winning streak, Anaheim was eliminated in four straight games by San Jose.On this show, we take a look back at the season and then focus on where the Ducks go for next season.

The Anaheim Ducks have dropped the first three games of their series against the San Jose Sharks. There is no margin of error left for the Ducks. On this show, we discuss what has gone wrong for Anaheim so far and how they can attempt to rally against the odds.

In dramatic fashion the Anaheim Ducks won their final five games of the regular season. The Ducks were able to jump into second place in the Pacific Division. On this show, we breakdown the Ducks first round matchup with the Sharks and give our predictions on who will prevail.

The Anaheim Ducks completed their recent road trip going 2-1-1. With five games to go in the season, the Ducks are tied with the Kings. The Ducks will face the Kings this Friday in what could be a make it or break it game to get in the playoffs. The Ducks need to beat LA and win a majority of their final games to get in the playoffs.

The Anaheim Ducks had lost three games in a row but recently got back on track by winning their last three games. The Ducks control their own destiny for the playoffs with just nine games remaining. On this show, we talk about the stretch run and potential playoff matchups.

After putting together a three-game winning streak, the Anaheim Ducks have lost three games in a row. The Ducks find themselves looking from the outside in on the playoff picture. On this show, we discuss the areas of concern for the team and talk about what Anaheim needs to do to make the playoffs.

After the NHL trade deadline, the Anaheim Ducks have rattled off three wins in a row defeating Columbus, Chicago, and Washington. We analyze the Ducks success and discuss the recent comments by Bob Murray about the team and its future.

At the trade deadline, the Ducks only made one move which was sending Chris Wagner to the New York Islanders for Jason Chimera. Over the past weekend, the Ducks also ended up signing Chris Kelly. It was a quiet couple of days for Anaheim. We break down the trade deadline for the Anaheim Ducks and around the league. We take a look at the status of the Ducks now and discuss Murray's comments after the deadline.

After General Manager Bob Murray's comments, the Anaheim Ducks rattled off three straight wins beating Chicago, Minnesota, and Vegas.The Ducks still have a few more games before the trade deadline to continue to trend in the right direction to show Murray to go all in.

Bob Murray was recently interviewed and the comments were unsettling for many regarding the Anaheim Ducks and the NHL trade deadline.Hannah Spraker of the Fourth Period joins us on the show to talk about Murray, the NHL trade deadline, and the status of the Anaheim Ducks!

All aboard! The Anaheim Ducks completed their recent road trip going 2-2-1. The Ducks beat a red-hot Boston team, but then lost two out of three games to weaker teams.On this show, we talk about the inconsistency with Anaheim's play and how it may affect Bob Murray's decisions at the trade deadline.

The Anaheim Ducks have won three in a row and find themselves in a tight battle for a playoff spot in the Pacific Division.On this show, we discuss the forward lineup changes, the NHL All-Star game, and Player Safety Department. We also give out some fan awards!

The Anaheim Ducks beat the Pittsburgh Penguins and Los Angeles Kings. Andrew Cogliano returned from his suspension with major appreciation from the fans and Anaheim organization. On this show, we talk about the NHL Department of Player Safety's recent rulings, the upcoming trade deadline, and possible moves Anaheim could make.

This past week the Anaheim Ducks beat their rivals the Los Angeles Kings, but the victory wasn't without consequence. Andrew Cogliano was suspended two games for his hit on Adrian Kempe.On this show, we discuss Cogliano's suspension, Rickard Rakell making the All-Star game, and the acquisition of JT Brown.

The Anaheim Ducks are currently 19-15-9 and are battling it out for a playoff spot. The team finally got Ryan Kesler back and is mostly healthy. We analyze the Ducks performance so far at the midpoint of the season and how we think the second half of the season will go.

The Anaheim Ducks had a good start to their road trip beating the St. Louis Blues, but then dropped three in a row. The Ducks almost lost a fourth in a row when they blew a two-goal lead against the New York Islanders, but they were able to rally to win in overtime. Hampus Lindholm scored the game-winner and first career hat trick to propel the Ducks over the Islanders. On this show, we talk about the Ducks chances in the second half of the season. As the trade deadline peaks it's head over the horizon, we talk about moves the Ducks could make to ensure a strong finish into the postseason.

The Anaheim Ducks were able to manage to earn at least one point in each of their last three games. The Ducks are finally getting healthy as they expect to get Ryan Getzlaf and Jakob Silfveberg back. We discuss the status of many players and what the Anaheim top lines could look like this week. Our hot topics this week include the NHL possibly coming to Seattle, the Vegas Golden Knights social media drama, and the return of the Wild Wing statue!Happy Anniversary Anaheim Ducks! The team was founded 25 years ago to this day!

It's only been two games, but Adam Henrique has scored a point in each of those games. He was thrust into the top line center role with Ryan Getzlaf and Ryan Kesler still out. Henrique recorded two assists, as his initial goal against Nashville was changed to an assist.On this show we talk about the trade and share our thoughts even though it's only been a few games. We discuss player injuries and what the lineup could look like in a few weeks when Getzlaf and Kesler return.

The injuries continue to mount as the Anaheim Ducks head into the month of December. On this show we talk about how the Ducks need to push forward in the coming weeks. We also discuss Hall of Fame night, Michael Liambas, and the Ducks NHL birthday video.

This past week Teemu Selanne and Paul Kariya were inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. The Anaheim Ducks will honor the Dynamic Duo this Sunday when the Ducks take on the Florida Panthers. On this show, we talk about the Hall of Fame weekend and the importance of Selanne and Kariya to the sport of hockey in Southern California. We also take a look at the Ducks performance this past week and the importance of the upcoming week against Pacific Division opponents.

The Anaheim Ducks had a rough week seeing their captain Ryan Getzlaf being placed on the injury reserve list. The Ducks also lost all three of their games each essentially by one goal. On this show, we talk about the areas the Ducks need to improve in order to be successful in the upcoming home games. We also cover the "distinct" kicking motion rule, the Matt Duchene trade, and the appearance of Big Bird at Honda Center.

The Anaheim Ducks headed out on a four-game road trip and ended up earning six out of a possible eight points. It wasn't pretty with a blow out loss to Florida, but the Ducks still pulled out three wins including one against the red-hot Tampa Bay Lightning.On this show, we discuss Ryan Miller's huge performance in Carolina, injury news, and how the Ducks are shaping up in the division. We share our thoughts on the Ducks overall performance in the month of October and what to expect in the next month.

Last Friday the Anaheim Ducks bounced the Montreal Canadiens out of Honda Center with a wild 6-2 win. The Ducks did lose Cam Fowler to injury in the game. To make matters worse the Ducks announced today that Patrick Eaves has Guillain–Barré syndrome, which causes the immune system to attack the nerve system. Both players have been placed on the injury reserve. On this show, we discuss how the Ducks will have to carry on without both Fowler and Eaves. We talk about the possibility of Anaheim trying to make a trade and how they will have to adjust the lineup due to the injuries. We discuss the players that need to step up and who has been doing well so far.

The Anaheim Ducks started out the season with a four-game homestand. Despite having a depleted squad the Ducks were able to manage five points out of a possible eight points. Ryan Getzlaf and Patrick Eaves returned to the lineup while Nick Ritchie and Ondrej Kase were both injured. On this show, we take a look at the strengths and weaknesses of this team after having completed their first homestand. We discuss how we think the Ducks will do for the rest of the month while providing roster and injury news. We also cover the return of Jaromir Jagr, the emotional home opener for the Vegas Golden Knights, and more!

The preseason has been a struggle for the Ducks and injuries continue to cause problems.On this show, Mike is on vacation, so Patrick from The Puck Guys joins the show to discuss the Ducks preseason woes with Eddy. We cover the entire roster outlook, preview the Ducks season and take a look at the other divisions across the NHL.We also discuss the hot topic of kneeling during the national anthem, Paul Kariya's return to the spotlight, and various rule changes in the NHL.Stay tuned for a hilarious, but extremely expensive rip off of a vintage NHL jersey.

During the summer it was known that Hampus Lindholm and Sami Vatanen wouldn't be available for the start of the NHL season. Now the Anaheim Ducks are faced with also being without Ryan Kesler for at least the first couple months of the season. The question for Randy Carlyle is how will his adjust his forward lineup without Kesler. Younger players are going to have to step up on defense and now an offense for this team.On this show we discuss which younger players could make the roster after preseason and who we think will need to step on the current roster. We take a look at some player updates and the season schedule giving our input on how the wounded Ducks might fair in the opening months of the NHL season.

This past week the Anaheim Ducks brought back Francois Beauchemin for his third tour of duty. He signed a one-year deal worth $1 million, including $500,000 in performance bonuses. On this show, we talk about the defensive implications of bringing him back to the organization and the possibility of other moves the Ducks might make.We also discuss the upcoming talent for the Ducks and who we think could make the team come this October. We cover the World Junior Summer Showcase, the Ducks Prospect Showcase, and the Fedorin Cup. This podcast is dedicated to Bryan Murray for his contributions to the Anaheim Ducks and sport of hockey in general. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.

The Ducks signed Cam Fowler to an eight-year extension and picked up Ryan Miller as a back-up goalie on July 1st. Since then the Ducks haven't signed any big name players in free agency.On this show, we discuss if the Ducks have done enough moves to get them deep into the playoffs next season. We also discuss the possibility of Corey Perry playing hurt this past season.

The Anaheim Ducks have been active so far this weekend. Cam Fowler was signed to an eight-year extension worth about $52 million. The Ducks also signed Ryan Miller, Derek Grant, and Michael Liambas. Anaheim still has about $5.7 million in cap space.On this show we talk about the Ducks moves so far and what could be the next move for Anaheim. We analyze the Ducks chances next season with the current roster and whether or not they should add another player(s) to the lineup. Lastly, we take a look around the league and discuss several of the free agent signings.

This past week was a busy time for the NHL and the Anaheim Ducks were no exception either. The Ducks lost Clayton Stoner and Shea Theodore in the Expansion Draft. There are also reports that Nate Thompson, Jonathan Bernier, and Jhonas Enroth could test the free agent market and may not return to Anaheim. Emerson Etem and Ryan Faragher are also set to become unrestricted free agents on July 1st as they both weren't given a qualifying offer.The Ducks are going to look to add some pieces to make another great run in the 2017-18 season. On this show, we talk about what other players the Ducks could add to their roster. Anaheim did re-sign Patrick Eaves for three more years and also Korbinian Holzer for two more years, but they still need to add more.We also talk about the NHL Entry Draft, Ducks player updates, and the announcement of Teemu Selanne and Paul Kariya being named to the Hockey Hall of Hame.

Today NHL teams revealed their protection lists for the expansion draft. The Ducks protected seven forwards, three defensemen, and one goalie. The protected forwards include Ryan Getzlaf, Corey Perry, Ryan Kesler, Jakob Silfverberg, Rickard Rakell, Andrew Cogliano, and Antoine Vermette. Cam Fowler, Hampus Lindholm, and Kevin Bieksa were the protected defensemen. The Ducks also protected goalie John Gibson, which was expected.The question for General Manager Bob Murray is how can he prevent Vegas from taking Josh Manson or Sami Vatanen in the expansion draft. There have been several reports that Murray is working on a deal with Vegas GM George McPhee. On this show, we talk about the Ducks situation and how Murray will try to handle it. We also talk about injury updates, the Simon Despres buyout, trades, and the NHL draft.