Nov 20, 2013; Anaheim, CA, USA; Anaheim Ducks center Nick Bonino (13) is congratulated by teammates after a goal in the second period against the New Jersey Devils at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
On Friday morning, the Anaheim Ducks acquired Ryan Kesler from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Nick Bonino, Luca Sbisa, and the No. 24 overall pick in the 2014 NHL Draft.
While many fans are excited to bring Kesler into the fold, some are sad to see Bonino on the move.
Bonino was drafted by the San Jose Sharks in the sixth round of the 2007 NHL Draft. His rights would then be traded to the Ducks as part of a deal that sent Travis Moen and Kent Huskins to the Sharks.
On Mar. 6, 2010, Bonino made his NHL debut with Anaheim and would play four seasons in Southern California. He enjoyed a breakout season in 2013-2014 as he tallied 49 points (22 goals and 27 assists) in 77 games.
We would like to wish Nick well in Vancouver and we hope you enjoy his top five plays in a Ducks uniform.