Cutter Gauthier

Cutter Gauthier is Ready to Ruffle Some Feathers: Anaheim Ducks 2024-25 Player Previews

Cutter Gauthier is going to piss people off this season, and he’s going to enjoy every minute of it. He’s out to prove to the haters—and to himself—that he made the right decision for his career. Gauthier may not want to play the villain, but that’s exactly the role he’ll need to embrace—especially with Philadelphia […]

Mason McTavish Poised for Breakout Season: Anaheim Ducks 2024-25 Player Previews

The Anaheim Ducks are one of the most intriguing teams to watch this season, and not just because they’re my favorite team. Despite holding the fourth-longest active playoff drought in the NHL, there’s genuine optimism surrounding the Ducks. While a playoff berth may not be guaranteed, significant steps forward are expected. After six years of […]

Mason McTavish, Trevor Zegras & Cutter Gauthier

3 Anaheim Ducks with the Most to Prove in 2024-25: Zegras, Gauthier & McTavish

Every NHL player enters a season with something to prove—whether it’s showing that a breakout year wasn’t a fluke or proving they belong in the league. But for the Anaheim Ducks, three players stand out with the most to prove as we head into the 2024-2025 season. 1. Mason McTavish Mason McTavish wrapped up the […]

The Best Landing Spots for Chandler Stephenson

Chandler Stephenson becomes a free agent on July 1st when the new league year in the NHL begins. The 6’0, 209lb center from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, will be looking to sign a contract that will set him and his family up for life. Stephenson turned 30 on April 22nd, and this could be his last chance at […]

Report: Trevor Zegras on the Trade Block

It has been announced that Pat Verbeek has recently spoken with Pierre LeBrun, and in their discussion he mentioned that he is actively listening to offers on Trevor Zegras. This has been rumored for quite some time over this past year but it’s never truly been confirmed by the Ducks or their GM until now. […]

Opinion: This Season Showed Daniel Brière Can Be Trusted

This season was one for the books for the Philadelphia Flyers. Moments fell on a spectrum of multiple ups and downs. They carried out two five-game win streaks. A prospect refused to sign. Ivan Fedotov arrived in America and touched NHL ice. A goalie controversy that thrusted Sam Ersson into the spotlight. Owen Tippett blew […]

Anaheim Ducks Sign Sam Colangelo

The Anaheim Ducks announced today that they are signing Sam Colangelo out of Western Michigan University, to a two year ELC. Sam is a 22 year old, Massachusetts native, wrapping up his senior year of college. He was drafted back in 2020, in the second round, going 36th overall. Sam is a right shot, right-wing/center, […]

When Can Newly-Drafted Prospects Break Through Into The NHL?

When do or can prospects make the jump to the NHL/AHL level? Most NHL prospects take 3-5 years post-draft to reach the NHL, with less than a third of first-rounders making an NHL team. Factors like skill development and individual progression dictate the timeline. Additionally, a strict NHL-CHL agreement impacts where prospects can play, depending on age. Any player under the age of 20 is ineligible to play in the AHL. NHL Entry Draft intricacies, entry-level contracts, Russian political issues and AHL stints shape a prospect’s journey.

Carolina Hurricanes Prospect Named Hobey Baker Finalist

Carolina Hurricanes prospect named hobey baker finalist

The Ducks Are in a Prime Position to Add This Summer

General manager Pat Verbeek told Ducks season ticket holders on Saturday at the Ducks Migration event that the Ducks plan to add a top-six right-shot winger this summer. With another season of being sellers at the trade deadline, the Ducks have put themselves in a good position to seriously add to their roster this summer. […]