Anaheim Ducks 10 Things To Watch For During Preseason

May 21, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Anaheim Ducks defenseman Simon Despres (24) celebrates with teammates Ryan Getzlaf (15) and Cam Fowler (4) after scoring a goal against the Chicago Blackhawks during the second period in game three of the Western Conference Final of the 2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

The Anaheim Ducks are set to begin preseason action on Tuesday night against the Colorado Avalanche.

Many who have witnessed training camp in Anaheim describe the scene as intense and upbeat, something that you might expect from a team who fell one win short of reaching the Stanley Cup finals.

The motto of this years team was clear from the second players arrived at camp with some new and unique apparel.

Players wore shirts that read “Close Is Not Good Enough”.

In using that motto the Ducks are determined to silence their game 7 critics and the journey begins Tuesday night.

Here are 10 story lines to watch for during the Anaheim Ducks preseason.

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