The Anaheim Ducks are heading towards an interesting season. They are far from “re-build mode,” but something is missing. They either need to add an impact player or some of the young players must step in order for Anaheim to be bonafide Stanley Cup contenders.
The defense corps has been a strength of the Ducks. Fans can see via Anaheim’s past drafts that defense is always a high priority position. The old adage is defense wins championships. That isn’t 100% true, but it’s pretty darn close. To return as a cup threat, the Ducks “old men” on the blue line need to step up.