Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On The Anaheim Ducks

Anaheim Ducks eye series win as Troy Terry faces make-or-break Game 6 at Honda Center. Can the Ducks harness their pace and teamwork to close out the Edmonton Oilers and advance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs?  Kyle Kjer spotlights Troy Terry’s need to rebound after two quiet games, breaking down his chemistry with Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier, key forechecking tactics, and the all-important F1-F...

Anaheim Ducks face tough questions after pulling Lukáš Dostál following three early goals against the Edmonton Oilers. Can the team regain their composure and close out the series, or will the goalie controversy shake their confidence heading into Game 6?  Kyle Kjer breaks down the Ducks' 4-1 loss, analyzing Dostál’s struggles with first-shot goals, Ville Husso’s strong relief performance, and Coa...

Anaheim Ducks surge to a 3-1 series lead as Jackson LaCombe dominates both ends of the ice—can this young squad pull off a playoff shocker in Edmonton? Kyle Kjer spotlights LaCombe's standout performances, from shutting down Connor McDavid to leading the NHL playoffs in points, and questions what Team USA missed by leaving him off their Olympic roster.  Mikael Granlund’s relentless forechecking an...

Anaheim Ducks seize 3-1 series lead over the Edmonton Oilers as Ryan Poehling scores a dramatic OT winner amidst video review controversy. Is Anaheim’s playoff magic building to something special? Kyle Kjer breaks down the franchise-record offensive outburst, Poehling’s timely goals, and how depth forwards like Jeffrey Viel and Tim Washe are turning the fourth line into an unexpected weapon.  Luká...

Anaheim Ducks shock Edmonton Oilers with all four lines lighting the lamp in an electric 7–4 home playoff win. Are the Ducks rewriting expectations for this series?  Kyle Kjer spotlights clutch goals from Leo Carlsson, Alex Killorn, Mason McTavish, Mikael Granlund, Beckett Sennecke and Jeffrey Viel, applauding Coach Q’s aggressive forecheck strategy and the Ducks’ rise as the playoffs’ top-scoring...

Anaheim Ducks stun the Edmonton Oilers as Cutter Gauthier and Troy Terry ignite a high-scoring playoff battle. Can this young squad power past the Oilers and shake up the Stanley Cup Playoffs?  Kyle Kjer breaks down the Ducks’ gritty Game 2 victory, spotlighting Gauthier’s clutch performances and Terry’s momentum-shifting contributions. Joined by longtime fan Chris Latorre, the show covers Lukáš D...

Anaheim Ducks shake up their lineup ahead of Game 2 against the Edmonton Oilers, with Cutter Gauthier’s breakout potential taking center stage. Can the Ducks’ third line, featuring Mason McTavish and Ryan Poehling, find another gear and tilt the series in Anaheim’s favor? Host Kyle Kjer spotlights Gauthier’s need for offensive spark and physical edge, emphasizing why his performance could make or...

Anaheim Ducks charge back into the playoffs as Troy Terry ignites with a multi-goal performance against the Edmonton Oilers. Is Terry poised to lead Anaheim’s new era? Kyle Kjer spotlights how the Ducks’ electrifying young core—featuring Leo Carlsson, Mason McTavish, and Beckett Sennecke—stood tall in Game 1, while seasoned veterans faltered when it mattered most.  The episode breaks down Anaheim’...

Anaheim Ducks return to the NHL playoffs after eight years, facing the Edmonton Oilers in a matchup packed with youth and untapped potential. Can Troy Terry and Leo Carlsson carry the Ducks past Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl’s battle-tested Oilers? Surging prospects like Cutter Gauthier and Beckett Sennecke spark excitement, while questions swirl around Lukáš Dostál’s playoff readiness and Ana...

Anaheim Ducks surge into the playoffs as Lukáš Dostál faces immense pressure to lead a young team past the formidable Edmonton Oilers. Can Dostál and Ville Husso anchor a resilient goaltending tandem, or will playoff jitters force lineup changes sooner than expected? The defensive core, guided by veteran John Carlson, gears up to contain Connor McDavid, with key questions swirling around Carlson's...

Anaheim Ducks punch their playoff ticket in true Ducks fashion, capping the season with a thrilling win and a long-awaited call-up for Tristan Luneau. Can the rookie’s breakthrough ignite Anaheim’s postseason push against Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers?  Kyle Kjer breaks down Luneau’s standout performance alongside Hinds, the Ducks’ roller coaster finale against the Nashville Predators, an...

Anaheim Ducks anxiously await Cutter Gauthier’s return as playoff hopes hang in the balance. Will Gauthier’s firepower be the missing spark the Ducks need to halt their six-game winless streak and fend off the surging San Jose Sharks?  Kyle Kjer analyzes Gauthier’s injury status, the urgent need for a true shooter in the Ducks’ lineup, and the bold experiment of shifting Olen Zellweger to the top...

Anaheim Ducks punch their ticket to the playoffs for the first time in seven years as the San Jose Sharks edge the Nashville Predators—an unforgettable clinching moment for Ducks fans. Is this the spark that launches a fresh postseason run? Host Kyle Kjer celebrates the Ducks’ playoff berth, reliving the dramatic final minutes and discussing how division matchups are shaping the postseason picture...

Although the Anaheim Ducks have had a hard time winning in April, the playoff are clinched and host Kyle Kjer is being optimistic! The goal for this young team was to make it to the playoffs and that has been accomplished. Will Coach Quenneville have some tricks up his sleeve to get this team ready for the playoffs?  Kyle Kjer discusses how important this playoff appearance is for Troy Terry and h...

Anaheim Ducks snap their losing streak with John Carlson’s stunning first career hat trick—can his veteran presence power a final playoff push? Leo Carlsson’s rising leadership sparks debate: is the captaincy his next step?  Host Kyle Kjer recaps Anaheim’s defining win against the San Jose Sharks, praising John Carlson’s offensive explosiveness and the chemistry with Pavel Mintyukov on defense. An...

Anaheim Ducks’ playoff hopes hang by a thread as defensive lapses and a powerless power play threaten to unravel their season. After a stunning six-game losing streak, questions swirl around Jay Woodcraft’s leadership and the Ducks’ inability to protect the net or capitalize on man-advantage situations. Is a playoff collapse inevitable, or can stars like Cutter Gauthier and Leo Carlsson spark a la...

Anaheim Ducks shake up their top line as the playoff race intensifies. Leo Carlsson, Mikael Granlund, and Beckett Sennecke headline a fresh offensive trio against the Nashville Predators—can this new combination ignite the scoring and finally break the Ducks' slump? With veterans like Kreider and Killorn facing criticism for fading leadership, questions loom over the locker room’s energy and the t...

Anaheim Ducks fans witness Tyson Hinds’ electric NHL debut as he anchors the blue line alongside John Carlson—does his breakout performance signal a new defensive era for Anaheim? Hinds logs over 23 minutes of ice time, showing poise, reliability, and physicality while earning top defensive marks despite a tough loss to the Calgary Flames.  Kyle Kjer highlights Beckett Sennecke’s stellar rookie ca...

Anaheim Ducks struggle to maintain playoff momentum after soul-crushing losses to the San Jose Sharks and St. Louis Blues. Is Lukáš Dostál’s goaltending to blame, or do defensive lapses expose the team’s youth and inexperience? Goalie specialist Justis Reece joins Kyle Kjer to dissect Dostál’s positioning, high-danger shot statistics, and whether the Ducks’ young roster can adapt in high-pressure...

Anaheim Ducks suffer a crushing defeat to the San Jose Sharks after surrendering a late lead—can they regain momentum in the playoff race? Rising star Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith continue to drive the Sharks’ resurgence, while Edmonton Oilers threaten to close the division gap. Is Anaheim’s reputation as division leaders slipping away?  Host Kyle Kjer spotlights Drew Helleson’s standout perfo...

Anaheim Ducks face growing pains as Beckett Sennecke’s risky playmaking threatens late-game leads. With Cutter Gauthier day-to-day, all eyes turn to Sennecke—can he tighten up his decision-making under pressure and rise to the occasion? Host Kyle Kjer examines the pitfalls of Sennecke’s high-risk, high-reward style and questions whether a back-to-basics approach can keep the Ducks in playoff posit...

Anaheim Ducks face bruising Maple Leafs rematch as Radko Gudas answers the call and pays his dues following the controversial Auston Matthews injury. Is Toronto’s physical approach a preview of how rivals plan to target Ducks skill players down the stretch?  Kyle Kjer breaks down Gudas' penalty, the intense scrums, and how team camaraderie continues to shine through adversity. Key discussion point...

Anaheim Ducks ride Mikael Granlund’s overtime hat trick to a four-game win streak—can this surge lock up their playoff spot? Kyle Kjer breaks down Granlund’s heroics against the Calgary Flames, his timely goals, and how veteran leadership from John Carlson and Alex Killorn is powering the Ducks through crunch time.  Key topics include Leo Carlsson’s chance to shine as the Ducks’ top-line center, t...

Anaheim Ducks ride Mikael Granlund’s scoring surge as playoff hopes heat up. Granlund’s timely goals and sky-high shooting percentage make him the breakout X-factor, while Pat Verbeek’s roster decisions silence the doubters.  Kyle Kjer covers the pivotal call-up of Nathan Gaucher, analyzing what his blend of size and grit brings to the fourth line amidst injuries. The conversation shifts to top pr...

Anaheim Ducks snap their slump as Mason McTavish breaks a 15-game goalless drought with a game-winning performance against the Vancouver Canucks. Can McTavish’s renewed spark fuel a deeper playoff push for Anaheim? John Carlson also shines with a three-assist night, driving the Ducks’ momentum and solidifying their place atop a faltering Pacific Division.  Kyle Kjer breaks down the Ducks’ resurgen...