Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On The Anaheim Ducks

Led by Trevor Zegras and Troy Terry, the Anaheim Ducks started off the season with a big win in San Jose, before falling the following day in Vegas. Jason Hernandez talks about the two guys who scored and why it's important to get them going early. Also, we break down both road games and what the Ducks need to continue doing. Finally, with one key player missing, the power play has gotten off to a...

It's finally a mailbag episode where your many questions are answered! Jason Hernandez looks at some of the burning questions asked by you, including which player could likely be traded IF things go South, and thoughts on players like Sasha Pastujov. Also, how many years will it take before the Ducks return to the playoffs, and what growing pains will we experience with this very young core?    Fa...

With the Anaheim Ducks' roster set and THEIR final cuts made, the San Diego Gulls' roster was taking shape, and we've finally got the roster for the upcoming season. Jason Hernandez breaks down the entire roster by position, including the latest updates after a recent signing. Also, there was a big surprise amongst the final cuts to the Gulls roster... what happened there? Finally, we look at whic...

We're still a couple days away from the start of the hockey season for the Anaheim Ducks, and there is no reason we can't be optimistic for a fun season and make some predictions! Jason Hernandez gives a variety of predictions for the upcoming season, including which player could lead the team in scoring this season, some Zegras predictions, and what to possibly see from Cutter Gauthier this seaso...

It's the dawning of a new age of Anaheim Ducks hockey as the young guys are poised and ready to rise out of the standings cellar and into playoff contention sooner rather than later. Jason Hernandez breaks down the roster by position, including the decision to carry two extra defensemen instead of one. Also, how could the defensive pairings look for Anaheim?  Indeed Still searching for a great c...

With the pre-season now over, Jason Hernandez gives some of the biggest takeaways of those 6 games, and why Cutter Gauthier might end up being one of the key players for the Ducks this season. Also, there are some very encouraging signs from the special teams, and is this the deepest Ducks team since their WCF run in 2017? Finally, reinforcements arrive in the form of James Reimer to provide some...

With the start of the Ducks' season still almost a week away, we explore the ever-increasing scenario where Lukas Dostal becomes the #1 goalie for Anaheim. Jason Hernandez returns in part two of the interview with Emily Wilson (The Sporting Tribune) to talk about which defensemen are likely to make the team, and also what this means for the San Diego Gulls as they get a slew of talented young defe...

It's a special two-part episode of the podcast, and we have a special guest joining us! Emily Wilson (The Sporting Tribune) joins Jason Hernandez to discuss some of the new prospects on the Ducks and who could make a big difference right now. Also, reasons why naming Radko Gudas the captain now was the best possible decision the Ducks could make as that bridge moving forward. Finally, a general ou...

What day is it? It's still a week out from the Ducks' season opener... with still more pre-season hockey to be played, and the roster slowly becoming more clear. Jason Hernandez dives into what the last couple games looked like, and who might emerge this season. Also, the Ducks put up a big number against the former Coyotes. Finally, new music in the Ponda? Okay. FanDuel Place your first FIVE DOLL...

With the news that John Gibson is out for about a month with an emergency appendectomy, the eyes of the Ducks faithful turn to someone who is ready to emerge as the #1 goalie for the future. Jason Hernandez talks about the injury and where the Ducks are as far as goaltending depth, or lack thereof. Also, who is the best candidate to back up Lukas Dostal for the next month? Finally, we look at the...

Do the Seattle Kraken, Calgary Flames, Anaheim Ducks and San Jose Sharks have any hope at all to make it back to the playoffs in 2024-25? In this Locked On NHL Season Preview Round Table, JD Young (Locked On Sharks), Erica L. Ayala (Locked On Kraken), Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) and Jason Hernandez (Locked On Ducks) set the table for the Pacific’s playoff hopefuls ahead of the new season. How...

Fall is in the air, the puck is ready to drop on the new season. New hope, new players, new worries. Jason Hernandez talks about Trevor Zegras coming back onto the practice rink, and what players to keep an eye on and who is potentially going for a roster spot out of training camp. Finally, with this first test against San Jose, who are some Sharks to keep an eye on?    PrizePicks Download the Pri...

How did the end of the Anaheim Ducks' training camp go, and how unlucky are the Ducks right now? Jason Hernandez talks about the end of training camp, and how the injury bug continues to haunt the young team. Also, in what areas are the Ducks looking to improve? Finally, it's a new look for the mascot, Wild Wing!    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

The start of the hockey season is coming fast, and a sure sign of that is the beginning of training camp. Jason Hernandez talks about the hopes for the Ducks this season, and which players could make an impression over the coming days leading up to the start of the preseason next week. Who could be the extra forward that could step in and help out the team? Also, a big question coming into this se...

It was announced today that Radko Gudas was named the 9th captain of the Anaheim Ducks. Jason Hernandez talks about the history of the captaincy of the proud franchise, and where Radko Gudas fits in. Also, we explore why this is the right move for the Ducks right now in the short term. Is there some similarities to another short-term captain situation in the past? Finally, which young Ducks could...

The Los Angeles Rookie Faceoff has officially come and gone, and the Ducks' prospects showcased their talents in the hopes of cracking a professional roster. Jason Hernandez talks about the players that made the best impressions throughout the long weekend. Also, with several key pieces taking a rest on Monday, how did the remaining players do against the Kings' prospects in the final game of the...

It's officially the start of season 6 on the audio side, and Jason Hernandez is back for another season of Ducks action! We are in the middle of the Los Angeles Rookie Faceoff in El Segundo, California. So far, the Ducks' prospects have taken on the Colorado Avalanche and the San Jose Sharks, who boast one of the best and deepest prospect pools in the league. What direction does the team seem to b...

It's officially time for hockey again! The ice is cut, the fresh jerseys are ready, the rookies are set to take the ice at the Rookie Faceoff in Los Angeles! Jason Hernandez gives you all the details for the upcoming faceoff including the full schedules for all seven teams, and a breakdown of the Ducks' rookie roster. Also, while Beckett Sennecke might not be able to play this weekend, there is so...

With hockey nearing a return, media days are beginning to happen and pre-season games are just a stone's throw away! Jason Hernandez is back to talk about Trevor Zegras' hair, Radko Gudas in the ring, and some hopes for the coming season. Also, the Anaheim Ducks made a landmark TV and streaming deal that will make Ducks games more accessible for fans to watch for free. This move is mightily import...

Believe it or not, we're not even into training camp and the Ducks organization has been hit with multiple injuries already. Jason Hernandez first talks about the major setback for the recently drafted Beckett Sennecke. How will this affect his development, and where does he go from here? Also, a major injury to the Gulls' budding goaltender, Tomas Suchanek, could indirectly affect the Ducks in a...

With the devastating news of the deaths of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, the hockey world mourns the lives of two men who still had so much to give. Jason Hernandez talks about the tragedy that took place in New Jersey and the Gaudreau family. We hear from the surviving family members and others across the NHL. We also take a look at the Anaheim connection including a great connection...

Much like the host of this very podcast, the Anaheim Ducks haven't been too active this Summer and now trying to get ready for the start of the new season. Jason Hernandez is back to talk about the moves the Ducks didn't make, and whether division rivals are now passing up the Ducks in the prospect rankings. Yes, the Sharks have now passed up the Ducks in the prospect rankings, and they could be e...

The Pacific Division, as a whole, may have gotten much weaker, but that doesn't mean we can't already see who benefitted from the off-season and project how they will fare this coming season. Jason Hernandez looks at two teams that made some roster improvements and could improve in their standings points, both of which reside in the PNW. Also, which three teams suffered some big roster losses this...

With the World Juniors Showcase starting in Michigan, we take a look at how the young Ducks are developing right now. Jason Hernandez talks in depth about Carey Terrance, whose stock continues to rise within the Ducks' organization, and how his game has developed over the past year. Also, we look at other young players and their development path, as well as what has changed under the new leadershi...

It's another super-sized episode this week, and this time, Robyn Leaño (Locked On Utah Hockey Club) joins the fray to talk about a plethora of topics. The formerly-named Coyotes and the Ducks had an intense rivalry that was getting more heated with each game. With a new locale and several changes in the organization, does that mean the rivalry is over? Also, both Jason and Robyn check out the rost...