Monthly Archives: January 2011

Getzlaf’s back, and other notes from practice.

Ryan Getzlaf returned to practice — looking trim, but weighing the same, he insisted — for the first time since he went on injured reserve after suffering multiple nasal sinus fractures on Dec. 28. He skated on a line with usual … Continue reading

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Ducks All-Star recap.

The NHL All-Star Game is over, and the lasting Corey Perry-versus-Jonas Hiller moment still took place Saturday, when the Ducks’ leading scorer beat the Ducks’ leading goaltender ( View image ) in an exhibition shootout. Perry wasn’t responsible for any … Continue reading

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Perry reigns in the shootout at skills competition (Video).

Consider the expectations raised for Corey Perry the next time he’s called upon in a shootout. Perry was a perfect 3-for-3, including a goal against teammate Jonas Hiller on his first attempt, in the shootout challenge at the NHL’s SuperSkills … Continue reading

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Hiller goes in 10th round, Perry 15th at All-Star draft.

A seldom-seen set of spectacles gave Jonas Hiller a dignified look as he sat with his fellow NHL All-Stars at the draft room in Raleigh, N.C. Then Hiller was met with the indignity of being the last goalie selected Friday, … Continue reading

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Getzlaf cleared to practice Monday.

A target date has been set for Ryan Getzlaf to return to the Ducks’ lineup. The captain had a follow-up CT scan Wednesday on his nasal sinus fractures, and the team said today that the fractures are healing well and … Continue reading

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Bailey’s allegations raise an interesting question.

Jason Bailey lasted only one season in the Ducks organization, but it’s becoming a memorable one. A third-round draft pick by Anaheim in 2005, the forward turned pro three years later and was assigned to the Bakersfield Condors, then the … Continue reading

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Ducks 3, Columbus 2.

The Ducks will not play another game this month, but not by choice. Anaheim wrapped up a four-game Eastern trip with another one-goal win, leaning again on their goalie to pull out a tough win in a hostile environment. The … Continue reading

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Ducks 4, Montreal 3, SO.

Saku Koivu’s first game back in Montreal began with a heart-warming, name-chanting tribute – and nearly ended in heartbreak. The longtime captain of the Canadiens could only sit and watch from the penalty box as Max Pacioretty jammed a rebound … Continue reading

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Saku Koivu returns to Montreal (video).

The city of Montreal has a unique relationship to the sport of hockey, and Saku Koivu has a unique relationship to all who have worn the uniform of the Montreal Canadiens. It goes beyond the fact that his sweater had … Continue reading

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Toronto 5, Ducks 2.

Jean-Sebastien Giguere was ready for this one. The most decorated goaltender in Anaheim history, playing his first game against his former team since the trade that sent him to Toronto last January, made 26 saves and outshone successor Jonas Hiller … Continue reading

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