Anaheim Ducks Extend Qualifying Offers to Seven RFAs

The Anaheim Ducks extended qualifying offers to seven restricted free agents, including Leo Carlsson and Pavel Mintyukov, on June 29.

What happened?

The Ducks had 11 pending RFAs due qualifying offers, but only tendered seven of them, including goaltender Vyacheslav Buteyets and left winger Cutter Gauthier.

The team is currently 7th in the Western Conference with a 43-33 record, on a W1 streak.

Why it matters for Anaheim Ducks

General Manager Pat Verbeek secured foundational pieces like Carlsson, while surprising roster cuts sent four prospects to the open market.

The four players who did not receive qualifying offers are defenseman Jeremie Biakabutuka, defenseman Kyle Masters, center Jan Mysak, and right winger Jaxsen Wiebe.

What comes next?

The Ducks' decision to extend a qualifying offer to Calle Clang, who recently signed a two-year contract with Rogle BK in the SHL, suggests the team wants to retain his rights should he return to North America.

And with NHL free agency set to begin on July 1, the Ducks will look to make moves to improve their roster.

But for now, the team is focused on developing their young players, including Carlsson and Mintyukov.

So the upcoming season will be crucial for the Ducks' prospects, including those who were not tendered qualifying offers.

The Ducks' current standing is a result of their hard work and dedication, and they will look to build on that success in the upcoming season.

Key players

The Ducks' roster includes talented players like Carlsson, Mintyukov, and Gauthier, who will be key to the team's success in the upcoming season.

And with the addition of new players, the Ducks will look to make a deep run in the playoffs.

But for now, the team is focused on the present and making the most of their current roster.

The Ducks' goalie situation is also a key factor, with Buteyets and Clang competing for a spot on the roster.