DucksNPucks Podcast

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.