Jakob Silverberg was one of three pieces acquired by the Ducks on July 5, 2013, when Bobby Ryan was sent to Ottawa. “Silf” quickly endeared himself to fans with his quick release and dynamic defensive play. After a quick start, a broken wrist derailed his first campaign for the Anaheim Ducks. Consequently, with his shot not being the same, he was moved into a defensive role.
In the 2014 offseason, the Ducks acquired Ryan Kesler from Vancouver. Kesler and Silfverberg had instantaneous chemistry together, which led to one the best second lines in the league.