DucksNPucks Podcast

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.