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Leo Carlsson • C • Ducks

Leo Carlsson to Miss Olympics

Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson (thigh) was replaced on Team Sweden's Olympic roster on Tuesday by Minnesota Wild winger Marcus Johansson. Carlsson underwent a thigh procedure on Jan. 16 and was ruled out for 3-5 weeks. Unfortunately, he won't recover in time to play in the Olympics and will remain out through the international break. The Ducks have three more games before the Olympics, starting with Thursday's tilt against the Vancouver Canucks. Carlsson has had an excellent campaign in 2025-26, recording 44 points (18 goals, 26 assists) across 44 games. With Mason McTavish (upper body) also recently missing time, Mikael Granlund has served as Anaheim's top centerman. Ryan Poehling has seen action on the second line, putting together a three-game point streak.

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Mason McTavish • C • Ducks

Mason McTavish Misses Second Straight Game Friday

Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish (upper body) will miss a second straight game on Friday against the Seattle Kraken. Due to an upper-body injury, McTavish was a late scratch on Wednesday against the Colorado Avalanche. Unfortunately, he will be out for another game on Friday night and is likely to miss more time after traveling back to Anaheim while the team continues its five-game road trip. However, Ducks head coach Joel Quenneville is optimistic that McTavish can return to action at some point during the trip. With Leo Carlsson (thigh) also out, the Ducks are currently without their top two centers. Mikael Granlund and Jansen Harkins are expected to center the scoring lines against Seattle.

5 days ago

Lukas Dostal • G • Ducks

Lukas Dostal Overcomes Avalanche With 40 Saves

Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal was sensational in Wednesday's matchup against the Colorado Avalanche, backstopping his team to a 2-1 shootout win with 40 saves. The league leaders struggled to solve Dostal all night, ending his shutout bid only 3:39 from the end of regulation. Dostal, who won a fourth consecutive start, produced two saves during the shootout. The Ducks recently had a nine-game losing streak, but Dostal still owns an impressive 17-12-2 record for the season. Only nine goalies in the league have had more winning performances. Dostal's goals-against average stands at 3.04, and he has registered a .894 save percentage.

6 days ago

Chris Kreider • LW • Ducks

Chris Kreider Returns From Two-Game Absence Monday

Anaheim Ducks left wing Chris Kreider (illness) will rejoin the lineup on Monday night against the New York Rangers. He's set to face his former team after sitting out two games due to illness. Kreider is expected to replace Jansen Harkins in the lineup and will skate on the first line. The veteran forward will also link up with the second power-play unit. Across 42 appearances this season, Kreider has managed 15 goals and 25 points. Kreider went without a point on Dec. 15 against the Rangers, which was his first time facing his former team since his offseason trade.

Jan 19

Leo Carlsson • C • Ducks

Leo Carlsson Out for 3-5 Weeks After Thigh Procedure

Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson (thigh) will miss 3-5 weeks after undergoing a procedure on Friday to treat a Morel-Lavallee lesion in his left thigh. Carlsson has missed two games due to the injury. The young Swedish star now faces a race against time to get healthy for the Olympics. Sweden begins its tournament on Feb. 11. Meanwhile, it's clear Carlsson won't play for the Ducks until after the Olympics. Carlsson has had a special campaign in 2025-26, recording a team-high 44 points (18 goals, 26 assists) in 44 games. In his absence, Mason McTavish has taken on first-line center duties, with Mikael Granlund jumping to the second line.

Jan 17

Chris Kreider • LW • Ducks

Chris Kreider a Game-Time Call Friday

Anaheim Ducks left wing Chris Kreider (illness) missed the morning skate and is considered a game-time decision for Friday's matchup against the Los Angeles Kings. The veteran forward is dealing with an illness and could sit out his fifth game of the season. Kreider has had a tough six-week stretch, finishing 15 of his 20 appearances without a point. He has contributed 15 goals and 10 assists in 42 games during the season. If Kreider isn't ready to play, Anaheim will have to tweak its top line and the second power-play unit.

Jan 16

Troy Terry • RW • Ducks

Troy Terry, Cutter Gauthier Available Friday

Anaheim Ducks wingers Troy Terry (upper body) and Cutter Gauthier (illness) will return to the lineup on Friday against the Los Angeles Kings. Gauthier missed Tuesday's win over the Dallas Stars due to illness, while Terry has been sidelined for three games with an upper-body injury. The two have combined for over 80 points this season, with Gauthier scoring a team-high 20 goals. They will link up with Ryan Poehling on the third line and could be a big threat on Friday night against a depleted Kings squad.

Jan 16

Leo Carlsson • C • Ducks

Leo Carlsson Sits Out Second Consecutive Game

Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson (lower body) won't be available for a second consecutive game on Friday night against the Los Angeles Kings. The young Swedish star has landed on the shelf after posting 44 points (18 goals, 26 assists) in as many games. With Carlsson unavailable, Mason McTavish has taken over as the first-line center. Mikael Granlund is also currently working in the top six. On Friday, the Finnish forward could match his season-best point streak by getting on the score sheet for a fourth consecutive game.

Jan 16

Troy Terry • RW • Ducks

Troy Terry a Game-Time Decision Tuesday

Anaheim Ducks right wing Troy Terry (upper body) is a game-time decision on Tuesday against the Dallas Stars. He's hoping to return from a two-game absence. Terry exited from the lineup after bouncing back from a slump with seven points (three goals, four assists) in five games. He is Anaheim's second-highest scorer, sitting on 42 points (13 goals, 29 assists) in 43 games. If Terry returns to action, Nikita Nesterenko is projected to be the odd man out.

Jan 13

Jacob Trouba • D • Ducks

Jacob Trouba on Track to Return Tuesday

Anaheim Ducks defenseman Jacob Trouba (personal) was back at practice on Monday, Zach Cavanagh of The Sporting Tribune reports. This is a strong indication that Trouba will rejoin the lineup on Tuesday night against the Dallas Stars. The powerful blue-liner missed Saturday's loss to the Buffalo Sabres for the birth of his second child. In 44 outings this season, Trouba has amassed 18 points (seven goals, 11 assists), 85 shots, 78 blocks, and 85 hits with a plus-one rating. His return to the lineup is expected to bump Drew Helleson to the press box.

Jan 13

Troy Terry • RW • Ducks

Troy Terry Misses Thursday's Game

Anaheim Ducks right wing Troy Terry (upper body) won't play on Thursday against the Carolina Hurricanes and is day-to-day. Terry has been ever-present on this exciting Ducks squad, posting 42 points (13 goals, 29 assists) in 43 games. Unfortunately, he will have to miss his first contest of the season due to an upper-body injury. Ryan Strome is set to replace Terry on Thursday night. The veteran has had a frustrating campaign in 2025-26, contributing six points (two goals, four assists) in 22 appearances. However, Strome is projected to skate with Alex Killorn and Leo Carlsson, putting him in a good position to make a significant impact.

Jan 8

Radko Gudas • D • Ducks

Radko Gudas on Track to Return Friday

Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (illness) is considered probable for Friday's matchup against the Minnesota Wild. He has sat out two games due to illness. Gudas is projected to replace Drew Helleson in the Ducks' defense, joining Olen Zellweger on the second defensive pairing. Minnesota ranks ninth in hits per 60 minutes this season, making Gudas's return on Friday night a nice boost for the Ducks. The Czech veteran is second on his team with 94 hits and has registered eight points (one goal, seven assists), 35 shots, and 49 blocks across 27 outings.

Jan 2

Frank Vatrano • LW • Ducks

Frank Vatrano to Miss Six Weeks With Shoulder Injury

Anaheim Ducks forward Frank Vatrano (shoulder) will be out for approximately six weeks, the team announced on Wednesday. Vatrano fractured his shoulder on Dec. 27 against the Los Angeles Kings and sat out a second consecutive contest on Wednesday versus the Tampa Bay Lightning. The six-week timeline indicates that Vatrano won't be ready to return until after the Olympics break, so he will be unavailable for 16 more games. After scoring 80 goals over the previous three campaigns, Vatrano has been largely anonymous on the offensive end in 2025-26, contributing three goals and three assists in 38 contests. Nikita Nesterenko has appeared in both games Vatrano has missed and is expected to remain a regular in the lineup until he returns.

Jan 1

Radko Gudas • D • Ducks

Radko Gudas Expected to Remain Out Wednesday

Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (illness) is expected to sit out a second consecutive game on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The punishing blue-liner is battling an illness and missed Tuesday's practice. Gudas averages close to 3.5 hits per game and has produced eight points (one goal, seven assists) in 27 outings this season. With Gudas out, Pavel Mintyukov made a scoring return to the lineup on Monday night versus the San Jose Sharks. Compared to Gudas, Mintyukov has more offensive upside and has lit the lamp three times in his past seven appearances. Anaheim is also expected to remain without forward Frank Vatrano (upper body) on Wednesday.

Dec 31

Troy Terry • RW • Ducks

Troy Terry Enjoys Three-Point Night Against Sharks

Anaheim Ducks right wing Troy Terry produced two goals and had one assist in Monday's entertaining 5-4 loss to the San Jose Sharks. The Ducks fell 4-1 behind in the contest before attempting a comeback. Terry posted his team's first and last goals, ending a three-game scoreless spell. Over his last six appearances, Terry had managed only one point, so this performance should be a confidence-booster for him. Overall, fantasy managers can be pleased with Terry's contributions this season. He has been scoring nearly a point per game, amassing 12 goals and 28 assists in 39 outings. His 38 points are surpassed only by Leo Carlsson (42) on the Ducks squad.

Dec 30

Leo Carlsson • C • Ducks

Leo Carlsson Available Against Kings

Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson (lower body) will return from a one-game absence on Saturday against the Los Angeles Kings. He missed the final game before the Christmas break due to a lower-body injury. Carlsson will occupy his usual spot as the top-line center and work with the first power-play unit. The young Swedish star has gone scoreless in three appearances, but he's had an excellent campaign overall. Across 36 outings, Carlsson has tallied 17 goals and 41 points. Carlsson totaled three points (one goal, two assists) when Anaheim and Los Angeles faced each other for the first time this season.

Dec 27

Leo Carlsson • C • Ducks

Leo Carlsson Won't Play Monday

Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson (lower body) won't play in Monday's contest against the Seattle Kraken and is day-to-day. This will be Anaheim's final contest before the Christmas break, so Carlsson will get a good amount of time to recover from his lower-body injury before the next game on Saturday against the Los Angeles Kings. It has been an incredible season for Carlsson, who has a good chance to surpass his last campaign's scoring total (45 points) before the turn of the year. Across 36 outings, he has produced 41 points (17 goals, 24 assists). Mikael Granlund will move into the top six on Monday and looks like an appealing fantasy option after scoring in three consecutive games.

Dec 22

Cutter Gauthier • LW • Ducks

Cutter Gauthier Scores Twice at MSG

Anaheim Ducks left wing Cutter Gauthier scored two goals in Monday's 4-1 road win against the New York Rangers. With the game tied at one, Gauthier popped up with a power-play goal early in the third period and completed his third multi-goal effort of the season with an empty-netter. On Monday, Gauthier took over the goal-scoring lead in the Ducks camp. He boasts 18 markers for the campaign and has tallied 36 points in 33 appearances. It has been a superb year for Gauthier, although his recent production has been inconsistent. The 21-year-old has finished half of his eight appearances this month scoreless.

Dec 16

Lukas Dostal • G • Ducks

Lukas Dostal Activated From Injured Reserve

Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal (upper body) was activated from Injured Reserve on Friday, making him eligible to return to the lineup for Saturday's meeting with the New Jersey Devils. Dostal has been sidelined for three weeks due to an upper-body injury. Working as Anaheim's No. 1, Dostal has had a fantastic campaign, going 11-5-1. He has logged a 2.81 goals-against average and a .904 save percentage. Ville Husso has filled in for Dostal in the crease, with Petr Mrazek (lower body) unavailable. Should Dostal start on Saturday, he would be returning in a favorable matchup, as New Jersey has managed just 2.90 goals per game this season -- the 11th-lowest average in the league.

Dec 13

Frank Vatrano • LW • Ducks

Frank Vatrano Makes Early Exit Against Penguins

Anaheim Ducks forward Frank Vatrano was limited to 9:17 of ice time on Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins after a puck struck him in the face. Vatrano has had a tough year, and this is another unfortunate blow for him. After posting at least 40 points in three consecutive seasons, Vatrano is currently only on four points (three goals, one assist) through 30 outings. The Ducks could use Nikita Nesterenko or Jansen Harkins as Vatrano's replacement in the lineup if needed. The team returns to action on Thursday night against the New York Islanders.

Dec 10

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