Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League

Anaheim Ducks, Leo Carlsson Face CHANGING Expectations

Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League

Show Notes

The Anaheim Ducks had a roller coaster 2025-26 season that included more highs than lows. A late-season swoon made most think the Ducks were dead in the water, which is exactly what they wanted the Edmonton Oilers to think. Now everything has changed thanks to the Leo Carlsson offer sheet match. Are the Ducks poised to take a step forward? Can they avoid a step back after subtracting talent to accomodate big new contracts for rising young stars?

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