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Game Recap
Ducks Host Massive First Flight for 7,000 Kids Thursday

The Anaheim Ducks roll out their biggest S.C.O.R.E. event yet as nearly 7,000 elementary students from over 70 schools flood Honda Center on Thursday for the First Flight Field Trip. Kids in grades 3-6 dive into STEM lessons on ice properties, thermodynamics, and puck engineering while watching Ducks practice and joining players for on-ice demos. This isn't just a field trip; it's the Ducks' savvy play to hook the next generation on hockey and science amid Honda Center renovations.

Olympics
Washe Returns to Ducks Lineup

Tim Washe rejoins the Ducks NHL club, injecting energy into a roster hungry for depth post-Olympics. Anaheim brass recalls him from the grind below, banking on his speed to spark the bottom six. This move underscores the Ducks' push to climb the Pacific ladder before injuries pile up further.

Olympics
Gudas Slur Sparks NHL Silence

Ducks captain Radko Gudas shouts a gay slur on Olympic ice, yet the NHL stays mum amid the fallout. Locker room vets whisper about the league's selective outrage on discipline issues crossing international lines. This controversy tests how far player accountability stretches when Olympics collide with NHL brand protection.

Game Recap
Blues, Isles Swap Gauthier-Luff in First Post-Olympic Deal

Doug Armstrong wastes no time shaking up the Blues' depth chart, pulling the trigger on the league's first trade since the Olympic roster freeze lifted by swapping AHL wingers Matt Luff and Julien Gauthier with the Islanders. Luff brings his Springfield scoring touch - 39 points in 42 games - to Bridgeport, where he slots in as a top-line rental and NHL call-up option with his 111 games of big-league experience.

Trades & Rumors
Isles Nab Luff from Blues for Gauthier in Post-Olympics Deal

The Islanders pull off the first NHL trade since the Olympic freeze, snagging Matt Luff from the Blues in exchange for Julien Gauthier, both AHL vets looking for a spark. Luff brings his Springfield scoring tear - 39 points in 42 games - and 111 games of NHL experience to Bridgeport as top call-up insurance, while Gauthier heads to the Thunderbirds chasing his fifth NHL stop after a rocky injury stint.

Trades & Rumors
Isles Nab Luff from Blues for Gauthier in AHL Shuffle

The Islanders kick off the post-Olympic trade market by prying scoring machine Matt Luff away from St. Louis in exchange for Julien Gauthier, both AHL vets looking for a spark. Luff brings his Springfield-leading 39 points and 111 NHL games straight to Bridgeport, where he slots in as top dog and emergency call-up guy for Lou Lamoriello's playoff-chasing crew.

Team Snapshot

The Anaheim Ducks are 4th in the Pacific Division with a 30-23-3 record (63 points). Key injuries include Lukas Dostal (Upper Body, IR), Mikael Granlund (Lower Body, IR), Petr Mrazek (Hip, IR), and 2 others on IR/LTIR, totaling $29.32M on injured reserve.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ducks' record this season?
The Anaheim Ducks are 4th in the Pacific Division with a 30-23-3 record and 63 points.
When do the Ducks play next?
The Anaheim Ducks play next on Wednesday, February 25 against the Edmonton at Honda Center. Puck drop is at 10:30 PM ET.
What is the Ducks' cap space?
The Anaheim Ducks have $44.24M in cap space with a projected cap hit of $83.52M for next season.
Who is injured on the Ducks?
The Anaheim Ducks currently have 5 players on IR/LTIR: Lukas Dostal (Upper Body), Mikael Granlund (Lower Body), Petr Mrazek (Hip), Troy Terry (Upper Body), Frank Vatrano (Shoulder), totaling $29.32M on injured reserve.
Are the Ducks buying or selling at the trade deadline?
The Anaheim Ducks are currently holding (buyer-leaning) at the trade deadline. Mixed signals · Added salary but spent picks
What draft picks do the Ducks own?
The Anaheim Ducks draft pick inventory: 2026: 7 picks owned, 1 owed out (0 net); 2027: 8 picks owned, 1 owed out (+1 net); 2028: 7 picks owned (0 net).