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I cover the Anaheim Ducks🦆| The Hockey News team site Editor/Writer/Reporter
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Massive in-depth examination of just how Joel Quenneville has elevated the Ducks and led them to their best start since 2013-14, as they sit leading the Pacific with 23 points through 15 games⤵️

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Joel Quennville Remains Jack Adams Favorite, Impact Sparked Ducks Hot Start
Quenneville's arrival ignites Anaheim. Dive into how the veteran coach's impact fuels a historic hot streak and propels the Ducks' playoff aspirations.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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Those who've followed me for a while know how critical I've been of the Ducks' man-coverage d-zone system.

In a long-awaited change, Joel Quenneville seems to be shifting away from it in hopes of better results⤵️

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Anaheim Ducks Training Camp: New Defensive Zone System
The first day of <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/anaheim-ducks">Anaheim Ducks</a> training camp is in the books, and the buzz around the organization is palpable from the players to the coachin...
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September 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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"They’re not crazy about bridging McTavish."-@FriedgeHNIC

On this morning's "32 Thoughts," Friedman reported the Ducks' preference to sign McTavish to a long-term deal

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Report: Anaheim Ducks "Not Crazy on a Bridge Deal" for Mason McTavish, Prefer Long-Term Extension
A new development surfaced with the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/anaheim-ducks">Anaheim Ducks</a>, Mason McTavish, and the ongoing saga of contract extension negotiations.
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September 5, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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Why does Mason McTavish's future in Anaheim remain a discussion point in late August, despite being one of eight unsigned RFAs, including Luke Hughes and Connor Zary? Where does this negotiation differ?⤵️

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Why Mason McTavish, Future in Anaheim Remains a Talking Point
The 2025-26 NHL season will begin on Oct. 7, with training camps set to start the week of Sept. 17, followed shortly by preseason games starting on Sept. 20.
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August 28, 2025 at 4:38 PM
I'll push back a little there, especially with a lot of current Euro superstars. Every player is different, and guys develop at different rates

Pastrnak, Kucherov, Barkov, and Draisaitl didn't exactly fill scoresheets regularly in their first 100-150 games in the NHL
August 28, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Top 10 Anaheim Ducks players in NHL 26

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August 27, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Me too. I would assume Sennecke, even if it wouldn't be my preference
August 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Thank you to all who voted! I'd like to do more of these in the future, probably during the Olympic break
August 27, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Results from my Summer Survey Series are in!

Ducks fans remain hopeful and have immediate lofty expectations for the club despite continued souring on Pat Verbeek as GM⤵️

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Anaheim Ducks Fan Survey Series Results: Lofty Expectations Amid Skepticism of Pat Verbeek
The first thn.com/anaheim Summer Survey Series is in the books. This offseason has been the busiest in <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/anaheim-ducks">Anaheim Ducks</a> general manager Pat Verbe...
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August 27, 2025 at 1:59 PM
The Anaheim Ducks will be featured in five exclusive nationally broadcast games:

11/11 at Colorado Avalanche (TNT)
12/3 vs Utah Mammoth (TNT)
1/13 vs Dallas Stars (TNT)
2/1 vs Vegas Golden Knights (ESPN)
2/3 vs Seattle Kraken (TNT)

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Anaheim Ducks 2025-26 National Broadcast Schedule Released
The NHL and broadcast partners in the United States (ESPN and TNT networks) have released their schedule of exclusive broadcasts for the 2025-26 season.
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August 27, 2025 at 1:57 PM
I don't think his appearance there is an indication one way or the other. It's basically a glorified photoshoot. However, I would guess he'll at least start the season in the NHL, and the team will reassess after nine games
August 27, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Per the NHLPA, Beckett Sennecke will represent the Anaheim Ducks at the NHLPA Rookie Showcase on Sept. 3 in Arlington, VA

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August 26, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Those guys are extremely hard to get and are rarely available. You gotta either draft them or part with a ton of assets when they finally are available. The hope is they already have at least one

If you had to choose a position of need, what are you thinking based on what they already have?
August 25, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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Big thanks to everyone who has participated in this project!

I'll be tallying results and recapping tomorrow
August 25, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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The final poll in my Summer Survey Series

What is the Ducks' biggest remaining need: Top Line Winger, Two-Way Middle-Six Center, or Top Pair (Right Shot) Defenseman?⤵️

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Poll: What is the Anaheim Ducks Biggest Remaining Need?
The <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/anaheim-ducks">Anaheim Ducks</a> have had one of the most transformative offseasons in the NHL. They’ve parted ways with two former core pieces (Trevor Zegra...
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August 25, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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August 22, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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My penultimate summer poll

What are your overall expectations for Leo Carlsson: Superstar, Perennial All-Star, Good Top-Six Center, or Middle-Six Center (or worse)?⤵️

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Poll: What are Your Expectations for Leo Carlsson?
Leo Carlsson (20) is unequivocally the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/anaheim-ducks">Anaheim Ducks</a>’ franchise player. The team suffered through the worst season in franchise history in 202...
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August 22, 2025 at 2:27 PM
I think I’m in a similar boat. We’ll talk to him more about it, I’m sure, but it seems like he put a good amount of effort into personal growth
August 21, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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August 21, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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My Summer Survey Series continues with a big poll today

Now three and a half months since it was announced, do you agree with the Ducks' decision to hire Joel Quenneville as head coach, yes or no?⤵️

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Poll: Do You Agree with the Decision to Hire Joel Quenneville as the Anaheim Ducks Head Coach?
One of the biggest moves of the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/anaheim-ducks">Anaheim Ducks</a>' 2025 offseason, perhaps the biggest move, was the hiring of Joel Quenneville as the 12th head c...
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August 21, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Disappointing, but expected. USA is just too deep
August 21, 2025 at 2:07 AM
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USA Hockey announced yesterday that Chris Kreider and Jackson LaCombe were invited to attend their Olympic orientation camp at the end of the month⤵️

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Chris Kreider, Jackson LaCombe Invited to USA Olympic Orientation Camp
USA Hockey announced on Tuesday that <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/anaheim-ducks">Anaheim Ducks</a> forward Chris Kreider (34) and defenseman Jackson LaCombe (24) are among 44 players (24 for...
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August 20, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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August 18, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Poll season continues

Which Anaheim Ducks offseason acquisition are you most anticipating: Chris Kreider, Mikael Granlund, Ryan Poehling, or Petr Mrazek?⤵️

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Poll: Which Anaheim Ducks Offseason Acquisition are You Most Anticipating?
This has been the busiest summer of Pat Verbeek’s four offseasons as the general manager of the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/anaheim-ducks">Anaheim Ducks</a>. He gave the roster a significan...
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August 18, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Thank you for reading. This has been a really fun project so far
August 17, 2025 at 2:08 PM