Cam Fowler, a veteran defenseman and Anaheim's first-round pick in 2010, has been a key player for the Ducks over his 15-season tenure, holding franchise records for goals, assists, and games played by a defenseman. Despite his contributions, the Ducks have not made the playoffs since 2018, leading to the decision to trade him to the Blues, where he will join a team with playoff aspirations. Anaheim retained about 38.5% of his contract, which runs through the 2025-26 season.