Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On The Anaheim Ducks

A tale as old as time, players getting injured in their prime... the Anaheim Ducks. JD Hernandez is back from Acrisure Arena to talk about the latest injuries and how that shifts the opening night looks for not only the Ducks roster, but the San Diego Gulls as well. Could we be looking at another long season for both squads? FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOL...

Some big contracts were signed, but not the long-term deals that some expected. JD Hernandez is back from Acrisure Arena to talk about the Zegras and Drysdale contracts and what they mean for the Ducks both in the short-term and the long-term. Also, what is the salary outlook for the Ducks in the future with the salary cap sure to go up by nearly $10 million in the next three years. Finally, JD lo...

The Anaheim Ducks had one of the worst regular seasons in NHL history a year ago, and were rewarded with the no. 2 pick in the Draft as a result, with which they selected Leo Carlsson. He joins a loaded coast of young players in Orange County that includes still-unsigned Trevor Zegras, Jamie Drysdale, Mason McTavish and freshly extended Troy Terry. Can new head coach Greg Cronin steer the ship in...

Seth Toupal, Nick Morgan and the local experts of the Locked On NHL network bring you the details on all the biggest stories around the NHL’s Western Conference going into the 2023-24 season in a special Locked On season preview presentation. Can the Vegas Golden Knights repeat as Stanley Cup Champions? Will Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl’s Edmonton Oilers finally become the Wests’ best? Is Pie...

We're back with another episode from Acrisure Arena! JD Hernandez is joined by KESQ's Bailey Arredondo at the start to talk about that wild game, and the crowd atmosphere in Palm Desert. Also, JD highlights which Ducks stood out the most, and a moment that further supports why Troy Terry should be the next captain for the Anaheim Ducks. Finally, we look ahead to the rest of the pre-season schedule...

After months of waiting, the Ducks signed Trevor Zegras to a three-year contract extension just before the start of the 2023-24 season. JD Hernandez breaks down the contract and how it helps the team in both the short-term and the long-term. Also, what could a future contract look like for Z? Finally, this leaves one RFA that is still not signed... Jamie Drysdale is still working out the details o...

The Anaheim Ducks pull off an incredible comeback scoring two goals in the final minute giving them a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Arizona Coyotes. JD Hernandez records from Acrisure Arena following the game and gives some immediate thoughts on the game, breaks down some of the goals, and gives some overall thoughts on what went right for the Ducks, and how some parts of this game could be a goo...

** Recorded early Friday before Ducks game in San Diego ** Now it's time for the annual awful predictions for the Anaheim Ducks. JD Hernandez brings his maybe too optimistic predictions for the upcoming 2023-24 season. The Ducks finished in last place a year ago, so at least we know it couldn't possibly get any worse. Where will the Ducks likely finish in the standings, and which players will brea...

The season is quickly approaching... who will make the opening night roster? JD Hernandez makes TWO sets of roster predictions: one for the opening night and the first week(s) of the season, and another for when Zegras & Drysdale eventually get signed. Who has the potential of getting a fair chance when the season opens, and how could the makeup of the roster change once the two young stars come b...

The Ducks FINALLY announce a television deal that will keep them on Bally Sports... for now. JD Hernandez talks about the new TV deal, and where you can watch the majority of games. With this new deal, that assures that 79 games will be shown locally... and only 3 nationally televised games. Is Anaheim's lack of national attention a good thing, a bad thing? Finally, it's never too early to think a...

Would you believe the Anaheim Ducks have won three games in a row and have the best record in the NHL... preseason standings? JD Hernandez can hardly believe it, but does that magically transform the Ducks into playoff contenders? Not so fast... it's still September. JD does give some more encouraging signs, and gives reason why the Ducks rebuild may be headed in the right direction. Also, there w...

The Anaheim Ducks won a second consecutive pre-season game... and there are some promising signs for Anaheim heading into the season! JD Hernandez talks more about Sam Carrick who, at this point, should be a lock for a roster spot once the season starts. Where does he fit in this Ducks roster, and what are some hopes for him? Also, Olen Zellweger shines, and the rest of the cast are beginning to s...

The Ducks and Kings (well, some of them anyway) played the first preseason game at the Pond, and it went about as we expected it. JD Hernandez talks about the two players that shined the brightest in the first game, and looked at some key aspects of their game. Also, the quality of opponent may not have been the best of the crop, but that's okay! Also, what can we expect to see in the coming days...

It's time for pre-season hockey! JD Hernandez gives some initial thoughts on the first games of the Ducks, and which players to watch out for as several players fight for spots that MAY be vacant if Zegras and Drysdale do not re-sign in the coming days. Also, we hear the tragic news on the passing of Orange County native and Ducks player, Nic Kerdiles. Birddogs Go to  birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL  or...

Both Trevor Zegras AND Jamie Drysdale STILL have not been signed yet... should Ducks fans be worried? JD Hernandez explains why there shouldn't be too much concern, and this isn't the first time that Ducks players have waited until after training camp to sign. Also, what could potential bridge deals mean for the Ducks down the line in 2.. 3... 4 years? Birddogs Go to  birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL  or...

JD Hernandez finally returns with new episodes, and we begin new episodes with thoughts on the rookie showcase in Las Vegas. Leo Carlsson showed up in a big way, but how did the rest of the Ducklings do in the showcase? More importantly, how did the rookies look as a team, and are we already seeing the influence of new coaching in the organization? What other rookies stood out above the rest? Bird...

It's only fitting that we look at some past goodbyes of former Ducks as JD Hernandez says goodbye to an old place, and a new studio soon to follow! We look back at the regular season home finale of Hall of Famer, Teemu Selanne... and his final lap with another Ducks legend. Also, we go back to the finale of Ryan Getzlaf! Finally, JD talks about other Hall of Fame players that had some memorable fi...

It's time to talk about some Locked On polls that came out... and were the Ducks maybe a little bit disrespected on a list or two? JD Hernandez goes in depth with some of these polls, including who is the best young player in the NHL. Trevor Zegras did NOT come #1... not even in the top 3?!? Also, the fans want a change... and it turns out the Locked On hosts also want a change to the current Anah...

This season marks the 30th anniversary of the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, currently known as the Anaheim Ducks. JD Hernandez talks about what might be in store for this coming season, and his thoughts on the 30th anniversary jersey. Also, which former Ducks should make a return visit this season? Also, this seems like a prime opportunity for the Ducks to retire at least one jersey number... should th...

JD Hernandez is back to begin the weekend with some prospect talk. Which young Ducks are poised to break out, and what are some of the long-term plans with other young players, such as Lukas Dostal? Also, Hadi Kalakeche and Sebastian High (Locked On NHL Prospects) chime in on their thoughts on the Ducks' prospect pool. They focus mostly on the stellar defensemen in the pipeline, and what they coul...

It's another crossover, and this time JD Hernandez is joined by Chris Micieli AND Kyle Sullivan (Locked On Avalanche) to talk about Kyle's man-crush on Trevor Zegras, what are they waiting for, and how the Ducks plucked Greg Cronin AWAY from Colorado. What did Ducks brass really like about Cronin, and would he be a good fit in Anaheim? All of this and the obligatory jersey talk on this mega-crosso...

After another long illness, JD Hernandez is officially back with regular shows, and this marks the start of the 5th season of "Locked On Anaheim Ducks" on TLOPN! Despite all the time off, the Ducks STILL have not been able to sign neither Trevor Zegras nor Jamie Drysdale to long-term deals. What kind of money are they looking at NOW, and how far can this go? Also, many hockey fans are still waitin...

It's the conclusion of our crossover with JD Hernandez and Robyn Leaño (Locked On Coyotes)! In this episode, they both look at the top 3 players in their respective franchise histories. Who should be in the top three for the Ducks? Finally, both JD and Robyn give their top 5 jerseys in Coyotes & Ducks history. There's some strong takes in that segment, too. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right no...

Recorded earlier in the month, JD Hernandez and Robyn Leaño (Locked On Coyotes) host a live crossover to talk about everything under the desert sun! Among the topics discussed are which prospects both teams are looking forward to most seeing. Also, between the two teams... which one is more likely to win the Cup first? Birddogs Go to  birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL  or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a...

Alex Stalock signs with the Ducks on a one-year deal. The veteran netminder sticks around the NHL for another year, and he has had quite the journey! Also, what does this signing mean for the Ducks' goaltending pipeline? Does Lukas Dostal need to prove himself once again at the AHL level? Birddogs Go to  birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL  or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free white tech hat with any o...