Anaheim Ducks Need To Embrace The Lead Role At Trade Deadline
By Julius Choi
![Feb 7, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Matt Duchene (9) during the first period against the Montreal Canadiens at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports Feb 7, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Matt Duchene (9) during the first period against the Montreal Canadiens at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/29a9c65e375fdec7c1edbb08077daeca51ba4527db49be51b49da8e858242cdd.jpg)
With about two weeks until the March 1st trade deadline, the Anaheim Ducks should be making some moves to prepare for a nice play-off run.
As the core of the group is getting older, the play-off window seems to be closing.
What then would be the explanation as to why Ryan Kesler got a six-year extension?
With him, we are competitive but not good enough to conquer the west.
Anaheim has a wealth of young defenseman that can be used to address their need for a top-6 winger and scoring depth.
Even if it means losing a top prospect.
This is why it makes sense for Anaheim to be the big dog at the table.
So I have compiled a short list of players I feel the Anaheim Ducks should go for.