Posts About "Rickard Rakell"
Maple Leafs' Draft Picks That Got Away
June 14th, 2020 The Toronto Maple Leafs team of the early 2000s was one of the most beloved by Leafs Nation. With names like Mats Sundin, Gary Roberts, Darcy Tucker, Bryan McCabe, Alexander Mogilny and many more, the roster resonated with fans. Once known as the Beasts of the East, they had the best chance to make the playoffs and win the Stanley...
A Look Back at the Anaheim Ducks' 2011 Draft
March 8th, 2020 With 14 games remaining in the regular season, the Anaheim Ducks aren't mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, but it's safe to say the season is over. They currently sit 27th in the NHL, and after drafting ninth overall last June, they are primed for another top-10 pick on June 26 in Montreal. Related: 2008 NHL Draft -...
Rickard Rakell's Shootout Winner Lifts Ducks Over Senators 3-2
February 5th, 2020 OTTAWA — Rickard Rakell scored the shootout winner as the Anaheim Ducks beat the Ottawa Senators 3-2 on Tuesday night. Nick Ritchie and Ondrej Kase had goals in regulation time for Anaheim (22-26-5), which has won four of its last five. John Gibson made 30 saves as the Ducks improved to 2-0-0 on their five-game road...
Ducks Should Pursue Bruins' McAvoy
January 27th, 2020 Look out, NHL trade rumor season is heating up, and for Anaheim Ducks fans, it might get exciting. According to Jimmy Murphy of Boston Hockey Now, Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy might be available in a trade. Murphy says a pro scout texted him telling him, "Don't be surprised if the Bruins move McAvoy." For Ducks...
Rakell's Goal, Assist Lead Ducks Over Predators 4-2
January 16th, 2020 NASHVILLE — Rickard Rakell had a goal and an assist, John Gibson made 33 saves and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Nashville Predators 4-2 Thursday night. Josh Manson, Adam Henrique and Derek Grant also scored for Anaheim, which snapped a four-game losing s...
Updating Ducks' Potential Expansion Draft Exposures
December 15th, 2019 Although it still feels like a long way out, the expansion draft for the NHL's Seattle franchise will take place the season after next. That's close enough that we have a better idea of who the Anaheim Ducks might leave exposed entering the expansion draft, should they still be on the roster. Seattle general manager Ron Francis (AP...
Ducks Top Wild 3-2 in Shootout
December 10th, 2019 ST. PAUL, Minn. — Rickard Rickell and Max Comtois scored in the shootout for Anaheim, and the Ducks fended off the Minnesota Wild 3-2 on Tuesday night for their first win in their last six road games. Rakell and Cam Fowler scored for the Ducks in a dom...Burns, Kane Help Sharks Beat Ducks for 5th Straight Win
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Brent Burns scored on the power play and Evander Kane had a short-handed goal in the third period, helping the San Jose Sharks beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-3 Thursday night for their fifth straight win. Tomas Hertl scored twice for the Sh...
Ducks Finish Preseason Strong but Roster Decisions Loom
October 2nd, 2019 The Anaheim Ducks finished their preseason schedule with a 4-1-1 record, winning their last three games. The excitement is building in Anaheim as the season draws closer. However, with only a few days until the Ducks officially start the 2019-20 season, there are still some important decisions to be made to the NHL roster. Optimism...
Ducks Offseason Primer: Forwards
August 26th, 2019 We've already taken a look at how things are shaping up for the Anaheim Ducks this season between the pipes and along the blue line, so it's time to find out who's going to be leading the flock up front — the point of the flying V, if you will. Just like with the defense, the Ducks have plenty of questions lingering with its...
Ducks' Furious Comeback Win Against Capitals Signals Hope
December 3rd, 2018 The Anaheim Ducks have had an uneven season that has looked downright ugly at times. Their inability to stay competitive in terms of shot and scoring chance differential had them trending down in the standings. Lately, though, things have taken a turn for the better. The Ducks have won in four in a row and are 6-2-2 in their past 10...
Rakell's Scoring Woes: Slump or Something Bigger?
November 30th, 2018 Rickard Rakell was always projected to be good, but not necessarily great. Before being selected 30th overall, the young Swedish forward was seen as dependable, with strong hands. He was frequently overshadowed by countryman Gabriel Landeskog, who was drafted 28 spots ahead of him in the same year, 2011. Rakell was drafted...
Ducks Have Future Core With Maple Leafs Help
September 26th, 2018 Good relationships can be hard to find in the NHL, but the Anaheim Ducks have struck gold with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Despite the fact that they couldn't be any further apart geographically, the two teams have developed a warm relationship, warm enough to make 15 trades since 2010. While the Leafs have benefited, acquiring players like...
