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Updating the Anaheim Ducks Draft Class of 2016

By Chris Bushell

TUCSON, AZ - SEPTEMBER 25: Anaheim Ducks left wing Max Jones (46) controls the puck during a preseason hockey game between the Anaheim Ducks and Arizona Coyotes on September 25, 2017, at Tucson Convention Center in Tucson, AZ. (Photo by Jacob Snow/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
TUCSON, AZ - SEPTEMBER 25: Anaheim Ducks left wing Max Jones (46) controls the puck during a preseason hockey game between the Anaheim Ducks and Arizona Coyotes on September 25, 2017, at Tucson Convention Center in Tucson, AZ. (Photo by Jacob Snow/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /
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The 2018 Entry Draft is underway. The Anaheim Ducks will look to add the new generation of young talent to their roster. It’s a good time for a progress report on the 2016 draft class.

The Anaheim Ducks have added plenty to the “next wave” in the past few drafts. Some of that talent that could be arriving in Anaheim sooner rather than later.  To get everyone fired up for this draft class, I thought we’d give some updates on the picks from both of the last two drafts. Let’s start with 2016.

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WINDSOR, ON – OCTOBER 12: Forward Max Jones #49 of the London Knights skates during warmups prior to a game against the Windsor Spitfires on October 12, 2017. (Photo by Dennis Pajot/Getty Images) /

Max Jones – Round 1, 24th Overall

One of two Anaheim Ducks first-round picks in 2016, and one who will compete for a spot in the Ducks lineup this season. Ducks fans have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of Max Jones and with good reason. Jones is a big power forward (6’3″ 210 lbs) who plays the left side and has the ability to play with Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry on the Ducks top line. Jones has the size to play in a fast cycling style. He also has the hands to finish as well.

A stalwart for the OHL’s London Knights for two and three-quarters seasons, he was traded to the Kingston Frontenacs for the last handful of games. Jones finished his junior career with 112 points in 127 games. Not exactly eye-popping stats but his consistency could make someone like Nick Ritchie expendable.

Jones could develop into a great player for the Ducks. After Ritchie’s bust season,  I have to temper my expectations. A year in San Diego will show what the Ducks have in this power-forward. Expected NHL Arrival: 2019-2020

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