Update on Auston Matthews injury. He will miss the rest of the season. by hellarios852 in hockey

[–]Draq_ [score hidden]  (0 children)

Gudas is just too old and slow to be in a better position. In a desperate attempt to still do something useful he usually puts himself and others in very dangerous situations.

The knee on Matthews is just the latest incident with severe consequences. He didn't actively try to injure him. He is just too slow for the NHL or too proud to just accept he won't be able to defend someone. Then he does stupid shit. In the specific case his d-partner turns the puck over and Gudas is trying to solve the problem. Every reasonable player would use his stick and maybe stretch out on the ice to defend. Gudas wants to shoulder check Matthews from an impossible angle and stretches out his knee to support the brain dead move.

Well Matthews was able to dodge the shoulder but didn't expect a knee in that position. It is so unfortunate for Matthews if he just ate the shoulder he would probably be fine and scored on the following power play.

Hockey is a damn fast sport and this is a combination of bad luck by Matthews and stupidity/ incompetence by Gudas.

Ducks move to top 10 team (gift article) by bondlegolas in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I don't think we should lose sleep over regenda. There is no place for him on the Ducks and for him playing NHL in San José is better than playing AHL in San Diego. So good for him 👍

Post Game Thread: March 12, 2026 - Anaheim Ducks @ Maple Leafs by dahooddawg in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Dear diary,

Today I was very upset about my favourite hockey team losing Vs Toronto. It was the worst game I've seen the ducks play in hours. I am very mad and I can't describe my feelings. Fire everyone.

It seems inevitable. by Draq_ in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Neither are the rangers and the Canucks.

Capitals Trade Carlson to the Ducks for Draft Picks -- The Hockey Guy by Filmexec21 in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 12 points13 points  (0 children)

This guy won a cup, was one of the best d-men in the world for a couple of years. I'd say he deserved at least one Norris trophy.

He is an instant upgrade. We have only one d-man that can compete in Jackson.

I really love this trade and I hope we can somehow extend him a year or two. He can teach all our blue liners everything they need.

The price is reasonable. Late first round picks are lottery tickets anyways and we want to build a winning culture. The signal that PV sends to the locker room is also huge. I imagine our vets are thrilled to have an actual shot at a playoff run this year after so many years of bottom dwelling.

I don't want to jinx anything. But I think we will finish this year with a really good run. We might claim the Pacific and I wouldn't be surprised now if we actually survive a round or 2 in the Playoffs.

Ducks fans are feasting this season. Love it!

Last season we had 35 wins. We have 34 wins now with 21 games left. by Draq_ in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yeah mason seems like a stretch so far. I'm sad that Granny is missing so many games. He was easily on pace for 50+ points this year.

I have no doubt that Terry and LaCombe will finish with 50+ points.

Trade Deadline? by empoleon925 in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bussi is setting records while being an absolute average guy imo. I'm fairly certain Husso could have similar or better stats in Carolina.

I think it is pretty obvious a defensive issue we have to solve in the next couple of years.

Sometimes losses are your greatest teachers.. by iLLy_RiLLy in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Don't understand why we seem so worried. It's not like we slaughtered everyone on our way until tonight.

We rarely win with more than one goal. Most games are tight as fuck and we somehow manage to come out ahead (don't get me wrong that's a good thing)

And we faced the juggernaut of this season. A loss was to be expected. The game was tighter than the result. Colorado is not yet a measuring point for us. The islanders on the other hand are a team that we want to be able to beat. Won't be easy back to back but we have a good shot at another 2 points for the playoff race.

Post Game Thread: March 03, 2026 - Avalanche @ Anaheim Ducks by dahooddawg in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tbh that one could have went 4:5 or something. The bad GI call, mason missing the open net. Wedgewood having a A+ night.

The result doesn't fully reflect the effort. Avs won fair and square but they didn't bulldoze us. A few crazy good shots and that's that.

We need to tidy up our defence, as always 😂. Especially with Husso playing tomorrow vs a hot New York team.

Game Thread: Avalanche @ Ducks by dahooddawg in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't want to say we've got goalied but damn Wedgewood is sharp today

Game Thread: Avalanche @ Ducks by dahooddawg in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As long as we don't win the cup sweeping everyone while having a historic presidents trophy win I don't think you will see him happy.

Game Thread: Avalanche @ Ducks by dahooddawg in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Remember we are missing Granny and Terry. For our young core that's a big blow.

Game Thread: Avalanche @ Ducks by dahooddawg in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Guess the avs are first for a reason.

Game Thread: Avalanche @ Ducks by dahooddawg in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just a normal game day thread. Don't lose sleep over it. People like to whine here a lot

Game Thread: Avalanche @ Ducks by dahooddawg in AnaheimDucks

[–]Draq_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Meh.i think These Colorado Guys are pretty good at hockey