Mrazek’s Disneyland-inspired mask, featuring a duck on a roller coaster, blends whimsy and focus on the crease—an artistic nod that sits alongside potential upside for a Ducks goaltender building a late-season rhythm.

Youth and veterans blend; Dostal continues to grow into a franchise net; Kreider’s addition adds bite. Bold: Ducks eliminated from playoffs in final week.

McTavish is on track for a meaningful 2025-26 season after his extended camp absence. His development and chemistry with teammates will shape Ducks’ early offense and fantasy upside, especially on the power play.

Ducks push a youth-forward wave led by Carlsson, McTavish, and Gauthier with veteran leadership from Kreider and Granlund. Lukas Dostal rises as a franchise cornerstone, offering strong keeper potential amid a rising, high-skill core.

Expansion chatter and Ducks’ roster decisions intersect with broader rumor cycles, influencing how teams value fringe options and cap flexibility.