Crash The Pond: An Anaheim Ducks Podcast

On this episode, we discuss Jamie Drysdale and Jacob Perreault signing their entry-level contracts, and what that may mean in the short term for the Anaheim Ducks. After that, we dive into some listener-submitted questions regarding the Ducks' youth movement, draft history, goal horns, and much more! If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Go to mackweldon.com/crashth...

On this episode, we run down a list of possible Ducks' free agent targets, including Anthony Duclair, Mikael Granlund, and Erik Haula who could potentially bolster the Ducks' lineup. John Broadbent of Defending the Nest then provides an informed assessment of the San Diego Gulls' playoff chances. We also discuss whether Jakob Silfverberg is still worth his contract, if Ryan Getzlaf should be trade...

On this episode, we answer listener-submitted questions, where we take a look at the Ducks' forward group next season, Bob Murray's job security, potential trade targets, and much more. If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Go to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: CTP #manscapedpod Go to mackweldon.com/crashthepond and get 20% off your firs...

On this episode, we break down the Ducks moves in free agency. We discuss the reasoning behind bringing back Derek Grant, how Kevin Shattenkirk increases the playoff chances, and what we think of the Bob Murray saying the Ducks are tired of rebuilding. We also provide a brief recap of the Ducks' later round draft picks, and much more. Enjoy! If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of opti...

On this episode, we recap and discuss the Ducks' first-round selections of Jamie Drysdale and Jacob Perreault, evaluating if Anaheim did enough to move their rebuild forward and much more. Enjoy! If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Go to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: CTP #manscapedpod Go to mackweldon.com/crashthepond and get 20% off...

On this episode, we do a mock draft of the first round of the NHL Entry Draft. Jake had the honor of making the Ducks' selection at number 6, with many more surprises mixed in along the way. Enjoy! If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Go to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: CTP #manscapedpod Subscribe to our live Twitch stream twitch.tv/c...

On this episode, we go through TSN's Trade Bait list player by player, and evaluate which players would make sense for a rebuilding Anaheim Ducks' team. After that, we go into a brief discussion about what's driving the downtick in television ratings for the Cup Final. If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Go to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the...

On this episode, we dive into some listener questions and look at how the extended off-season rust could possibly affect the Anaheim Ducks. We discuss how with Ryan Miller seemingly on the fence about next season, the Ducks may possibly want to wade into the free agency pool to acquire a backup. We then get into our usual awards: Hero of the Week, Zero of the Week, Former Duck Spotlight. Good or B...

On this episode, we interview Byron Bader, founder, and creator of hockeyprospecting.com . Byron is a data science professional who has consulted for NHL teams, and whose work has been featured on The Athletic, TSN, and TVA Sports. We dove into how his model works, who the Ducks should draft, how he ranks Anaheim's prospect system, and much more! Make sure to follow him on Twitter @ByronMBader, an...

On this episode, we look back on some of the best and worst trades in Ducks history, reflect on the past week in the NHL, and much more! If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Subscribe to our live Twitch stream twitch.tv/crashthepond Become a Patreon patron: patreon.com/crashthepond Check out the video version of the podcast: youtube.com/crashthepond Or leave us a r...

On this episode, we dive into some listener-submitted questions regarding expectations for the Ducks' upcoming season, how Dallas Eakins' future is looking, who Anaheim should draft with their second first-round pick, and much more! If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Subscribe to our live Twitch stream twitch.tv/crashthepond Become a Patreon patron: patreon.com/c...

On this episode, we take a look at where Josh Manson is at in his career, and if the Anaheim Ducks should keep him around, or if it would make more sense to trade him to a contender. After that, we take a look at how Corey Perry has been performing for the Dallas Stars, what kind of model the Ducks should follow in their rebuild, and much more. If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of o...

On this episode, we cover Jacob Larsson's 2-year extension with the Anaheim Ducks. After that, we go over what we got right and wrong in the Stanley Cup Qualifier round and do a brief preview of the first round of the playoffs. If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Subscribe to our live Twitch stream twitch.tv/crashthepond Become a Patreon patron: patreon.com/crasht...

On this episode, we analyze the Anaheim Ducks' recent extensions to Sonny Milano and Troy Terry, and how the deals are win-win's for both sides. After that, we recap each game from the weekend's return to play, and how all of our predictions are holding up so far. If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Subscribe to our live Twitch stream twitch.tv/crashthepond Become...

On this episode, Felix, CJ, and Jake break down the NHL Draft Lottery from an Anaheim Ducks' perspective. With the Ducks' receiving the sixth overall pick, we do a mock draft from 1st to 5th overall to then make Anaheim's selection. We give both who we think they will pick, and who we would personally pick. After an intense draft-centric conversation, we discuss Martin Madden's promotion to a...

On this episode, we react to Ducks' general manager Bob Murray's comments at his end-of-season press conference. He covered a vast array of topics, including his faith in head coach Dallas Eakins, what Anaheim needs to do to improve, why they signed defenseman Kodie Curran, and much more. We react to it all, and answer some listener questions to round out the show. Enjoy! If you’d like to support...

On this episode, we discuss the NHL's 24 team return to play format, looking at the pro's and con's of the play-in system, matchups that get us excited, and much more. We also look at the potentially two-phase draft lottery, and how it would potentially impact the Anaheim Ducks. If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of options you have: Subscribe to our live Twitch stream twitch.tv/cras...

On this episode, we discuss the NHL's proposed early June draft, and how a revamped lottery system could potentially benefit the Ducks. We break down the extensions for Christian Djoos and Jani Hakanpaa, and what it all means for the Ducks' current logjam on the back end. To finish things off, we do a mock draft with the Ducks picking fifth overall. Enjoy! If you’d like to support the show, here a...

On this episode, we take a look back at Game 5 of the 2007 Western Conference Final between the Anaheim Ducks and Detroit Red Wings, a game where Teemu Selanne would score in overtime to give the Ducks a 3-2 series lead. We break down what did and did not age well, dabble into “what if” scenarios, highlight individual performances, and much more. If you’d like to support the show, here a couple of...

In the first episode of the Crash the Pond Podcast, we respond to a great listener submission asking what the Anaheim Ducks’ lineup would look like to start the 2021-22 season. Felix comes up with the lines, and Jake reacts to the selections. After, we dive into what a playoff format would look like once the NHL returns, as well as how the draft lottery ought to be determined. To round things out,...

If you are checking this out then you have officially found Crash the Pond, the new blog and podcast from Felix and myself. As Felix will elaborate more in his welcome article, this is our new home after years on Anaheim Calling. We are excited for what the future may hold here for us, so to get started here is the final episode from our time as the ACPod. Keep an eye out for a brand new episode i...