A Look at Recent Individual Performances from Ducks Stars and News & Rumors
Before an uninspiring loss to the Kraken on Friday, the Ducks had some strong games offensively. Five contests remain in the 2023-24 season.
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Ducks’ Top-Six Demonstrating Value Ahead of Final Legacy Night
April 5, 2024 by Jordan Reinhardt
Considerable time may have passed between five-goal outings for the Anaheim Ducks, but they finally eclipsed the mark once again in their recent win over the Calgary Flames (April 2). It was the rarely-seen outburst for the offensively challenged Ducks this season, which begs the question: is this just another mirage or a sign of something to look forward to? Ahead of their final “legacy night” game of the 2023-24 season, let’s look at how the Ducks, specifically their top-six forwards, have demonstrated their value in the last couple of matchups.
Ducks’ Zellweger Flashing Offensive Potential Down the Stretch
April 5, 2024 by Jordan Reinhardt
With four points (one goal, three assists) in his last two games, Olen Zellweger has flashed the offensive potential that earned him the hype and accolades that he’s carried with him the last few years on his path to professional hockey. Here’s a refresher: two-time World Junior champion (2022, 2023), U18 World champion (2021), CHL Defenseman of the Year (2023), CHL Memorial Cup All-Star, and, most recently, American Hockey League All-Star (2024). Am I missing anything?
Breaking Down the 2024 Hobey Baker Award Finalists
April 4, 2024 by Michael Ostrower
The 2024 Hobey Baker Award finalists, named on Friday, are Boston College’s Cutter Gauthier, Boston University’s Macklin Celebrini, and University of North Dakota’s Jackson Blake. In what was one of the best seasons of college hockey in a long time, there was a wide variety of players deserving of being a finalist. With the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Frozen Four finishing soon, both Gauthier and Celebrini will be contending for the championship. The winner of the award for top NCAA player is set to be announced Friday, April 12, and whoever comes out the victor will add themselves to a lengthy list of college legends that have proceeded to dominate at the NHL level.
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Ducks News & Rumors: McTavish, Zegras, Gauthier & More
April 3, 2024 by Corey Abbott
The Anaheim Ducks snapped a five-game losing streak with a 5-3 victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday (April 2). The Ducks scored five or more goals for the first time in 18 games. The offensive outburst was a welcome change of pace for a team that has been struggling mightily down the stretch. The Ducks will look to continue to play the role of spoiler in their final six outings of the 2023-24 campaign.