Anaheim Ducks left wing Rickard Rakell (67) is congratulated by Jamie Drysdale (34) after scoring a goal during the second period against the San Jose Sharks in an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022, in Anaheim, Calif. Credit: AP/John McCoy
When the Anaheim Ducks traded defenseman Josh Manson to the Colorado Avalanche on Monday, that was the first domino to fall in what is likely to be a hectic final week before the NHL trade deadline arrives next Monday. And with the Ducks having now declared themselves to be a team ready to sell, then Tuesday night's game at Madison Square Garden against the Rangers was well-timed.