The Ducks have recalled goaltender Ville Husso from AHL San Diego after John Gibson left last night’s start with a lower-body injury, according to the AHL’s transactions log. In a corresponding move, the team reassigned prospect Damian Clara to replace Husso on San Diego’s roster. He was previously on loan to Liiga’s Kärpät. Anaheim has recalled Husso frequently since acquiring … [Read more...] about Ducks Recall Ville Husso
Radko Gudas Won’t Require Offseason Surgery
Contrary to a report from yesterday evening, Anaheim Ducks’ captain, Radko Gudas, isn’t headed for the operating room this off-season (Tweet Link). The initial was generated to contextualize Gudas’s “struggles” this season, but it doesn’t appear to be based on much accuracy. Gudas has essentially only struggled with his possession quality this year, as his physicality and … [Read more...] about Radko Gudas Won’t Require Offseason Surgery
Kings, Kenny Connors Agree To Entry-Level Contract
The Kings have agreed to a two-year entry-level contract with forward Kenny Connors, John Hoven of Mayor’s Manor reports. The 22-year-old pivot turns pro following his junior season with UMass. It’s unclear whether the deal begins immediately or next season, but it’s likely the latter. Connors isn’t a free-agent pickup. Los Angeles selected him in the fourth round (No. 103 … [Read more...] about Kings, Kenny Connors Agree To Entry-Level Contract
Kings Sign Otto Salin
Over the weekend, a report from Mayor’s Manor suggested that the Kings were on the verge of signing defenseman Otto Salin to an entry-level deal. That deal is indeed now done, with the team announcing that they’ve signed Salin to a three-year contract that begins next season. While not confirmed by the team, it’s expected that he’ll join AHL Ontario on a tryout deal, allowing … [Read more...] about Kings Sign Otto Salin
Jacob Trouba Out Day-To-Day
According to Derek Lee of The Hockey News, the Anaheim Ducks avoided a worst-case scenario with defenseman Jacob Trouba. Trouba suffered a scary injury in last night’s contest against the New York Rangers when he ran into former teammate Igor Shesterkin’s stick, causing Trouba to crash into the boards at a high velocity. Despite not joining the team for practice today, Trouba’s … [Read more...] about Jacob Trouba Out Day-To-Day