The NHL's rookie class of 2024-2025 showcased remarkable talent with contenders for the Calder Trophy, notably Lane Hutson, Dustin Wolf, and Macklin Celebrini. Hutson, a 5'9" defenseman, excelled with 66 points and is poised to be a top fantasy draft pick next season. Wolf, now the Flames' starting goalie after the trade of Jacob Markstrom, delivered a solid performance with a .910 save percentage. Celebrini's potential as a point-per-game player shines despite playing for a struggling Sharks team. Emerging talents like Will Smith, Matvei Michkov, and Cutter Gauthier also promise to make significant impacts in their fantasy value.

The Anaheim Ducks have decided to part ways with head coach Greg Cronin following two seasons, as confirmed by general manager Pat Verbeek. Despite some improvements seen among the young roster, Verbeek indicated that a change in direction was needed after assessing the team's performance. The Ducks finished with a record of 35-37-10, missing the playoffs for the seventh consecutive season, although they did show a 21-point improvement over the previous year.

Under Cronin, the Ducks managed a total of 62 wins in 164 games. The next head coach will inherit a promising young core, featuring standout performances from players like Mason McTavish, who led the team with 22 goals and 52 points, and Leo Carlsson, the second overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. The Ducks' future looks bright as they continue to develop their young talents.

Cutter Gauthier's clutch goal in overtime propelled the Anaheim Ducks to a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Calgary Flames. After trailing 3-1, the Ducks surged back with late goals from Frank Vatrano and Gauthier, who each scored to tie the game. Gauthier's decisive wrist shot in OT capped a remarkable comeback.

Mikael Backlund started the scoring for the Flames, and Yegor Sharangovich along with Matt Coronato extended their lead to two before the Ducks rallied. Ville Husso made 36 saves, showcasing his skills in net as he kept the Ducks in contention.

The Anaheim Ducks claimed a crucial win against the Edmonton Oilers, finishing 3-2 thanks to an impressive second period where Cutter Gauthier netted two goals and Lukas Dostal delivered a season-high 47 saves. The Ducks showcased their potential by taking three of four games against Edmonton this season, capitalizing on the absence of Oilers stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, both sidelined by injuries. Mason McTavish added another goal early in the second period, while Adam Henrique and Jeff Skinner scored for the Oilers, who struggled to maintain their playoff position.

Despite the loss, the Oilers remain in the playoff picture, but their recent defeats to the Ducks place them in a tough spot against the Los Angeles Kings. The Ducks, on the other hand, are showing a resurgence with a commendable home record and multiple players hitting the 17-goal mark, a feat they haven’t achieved since their 2007 championship season.

The Vancouver Canucks have secured goaltender Aku Koskenvuo with a two-year, entry-level contract. The 22-year-old, hailing from Espoo, Finland, has showcased his talents with Harvard University, posting an 8-9-1 record with a 2.81 goals-against average and a .902 save percentage during the recent NCAA season. Standing at six-foot-four and weighing 173 pounds, Koskenvuo has accumulated 39 career games at Harvard, achieving a record of 14-16-5 and three shutouts.

Previously, Koskenvuo represented Finland in prestigious international tournaments like the 2021 under-18 world championship, where he was recognized as one of the country's top three players. Selected by the Canucks in the fifth round of the 2021 NHL Draft, he is seen as a promising addition to the team's goaltending depth.