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The Anaheim Ducks Don’t Need Erik Karlsson to Be Successful

ByCiara Durant|
OTTAWA, ON - FEBRUARY 24: Erik Karlsson #65 of the Ottawa Senators prepares for a faceoff against the Philadelphia Flyers at Canadian Tire Centre on February 24, 2018 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Jana Chytilova/NHLI via Getty Images)
OTTAWA, ON - FEBRUARY 24: Erik Karlsson #65 of the Ottawa Senators prepares for a faceoff against the Philadelphia Flyers at Canadian Tire Centre on February 24, 2018 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Jana Chytilova/NHLI via Getty Images)
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OTTAWA, ON – FEBRUARY 22: Ottawa Senators Defenceman Erik Karlsson (65) takes a shot during warmup before National Hockey League action between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Ottawa Senators on February 22, 2018, at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON, Canada. (Photo by Richard A. Whittaker/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
OTTAWA, ON – FEBRUARY 22: Ottawa Senators Defenceman Erik Karlsson (65) takes a shot during warmup before National Hockey League action between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Ottawa Senators on February 22, 2018, at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON, Canada. (Photo by Richard A. Whittaker/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Do the Ducks Really Need EK65 to Succeed?

As I hear the genius composition of John Williams (the Jaws theme song) in my head the closer we get to the season opener, I have been asking myself one question. Why did Bob Murray pass on bringing EK65 to Anaheim? Why didn’t he throw caution to the wind, and bring in arguably the best defenseman in the league?

I made a few accusations that were probably premature. I think I speak for all of us when I say that it appeared as though Bob Murray didn’t care about the performance of his team. However, after stating my opinion, a few of you put me in my place, and rightfully so. The news broke today, via Elliot Teaford, that GMBM didn’t want a rental. However, I think there is a little more to it than that.

By not moving heaven and earth to bring EK65 to Anaheim, maybe it means that Bob Murray does believe in his team and what they can do. As the resident “glass-half-full” contributor here at Pucks of a Feather, I’d like to believe that. I feel like it is only appropriate for me to bring you my opinion. I’m about to make a very controversial statement, but please stick with me. It’s always good to see things from the other side in order to get a clearer view of your own opinion.

I, like GMBM, believe in this team. I am sure, if you’re a Ducks fan, I have no doubt that you believe in them too. That is why I wholeheartedly believe that we do not need Erik Karlsson to have a successful season.

I’m not saying that we will take back the first place division spot, nor am I saying that we will win the Stanley Cup. That is yet to be seen; the regular season hasn’t even started yet. However, that doesn’t mean that our team won’t make some noise, shake things up, and surprise a whole lot of people.

I know I cannot state this opinion without having the merit to back it up. The Ducks have a list of things that give them the advantage. So, without further ado, here are my reasons why the Anaheim Ducks don’t need Erik Karlsson to have a successful 2018-19 season.

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