Anaheim Ducks
· 2026-07-10
The Anaheim Ducks signed forward AJ Greer to a four-year contract worth $4.25 million average annual value, adding depth to their lineup.
Greer is a grinder who knows how to play to his strengths, fight for positioning, and create open lanes.
He skates exceptionally well, especially for a player of his size.
Greer grew up playing hockey in Quebec before pursuing junior hockey in the United States.
He played for Kimball Union Academy, serving as captain and leading the team with 24 goals and 63 points in his second season.
He also played briefly in the United States Hockey League, scoring two goals in two games with the Des Moines Buccaneers.
The Colorado Avalanche selected Greer in the second round of the 2015 NHL Draft.
He began his professional career with the San Antonio Rampage of the American Hockey League, where he was highly successful.
He had 38 points in 63 games and was chosen for the AHL All-Star Game in his rookie season.
And he was awarded the Yanick Dupre Memorial Award for his off-ice community contributions.
Greer will play a depth role on the Ducks, who are currently 7th in the Western Conference with a 43-33 record, on a W1 streak.
He is not a high-powered offensive forward, but rather a player who knows how to use his size and strength to his advantage.
But he has shown the ability to score goals, with 17 goals and 15 assists in his last season with the Florida Panthers.
So the Ducks will be looking for him to contribute in a similar way.
He has played for several teams, including the Colorado Avalanche, New York Islanders, and New Jersey Devils.
And he has shown the ability to adapt to new teams and systems.
The Ducks will be looking for him to do the same, as they try to make a push for the playoffs.
Greer's experience and skill will be valuable assets to the team, as they try to improve their position in the standings.