Every season there are a couple prospects who surprise everyone to contribute on the Anaheim Ducks NHL Roster. Searching through Ducks history, there have been players like Dan Sexton, Brandon McMillan, Chris Wagner and Ondrej Kase who broke through to contribute unexpectedly. Last year, Marcus Pettersson got a call-up and refused to be sent back down. This season, there are several prospects who can fit the bill.
Since this article is looking at prospects who can surprise by making the Anaheim Ducks roster, Sam Steel and Troy Terry won’t be included. Both guys are blue-chip caliber prospects and are expected to see some time with the big club this season.