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Anaheim Ducks Fans, Do You Believe Now?

By Jonathan Watson

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 24: Troy Terry #19 of the Anaheim Ducks celebrates his goal during the third period against the Boston Bruins at the TD Garden on January 24, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Ducks won 5-3. (Photo by Richard T Gagnon/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 24: Troy Terry #19 of the Anaheim Ducks celebrates his goal during the third period against the Boston Bruins at the TD Garden on January 24, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Ducks won 5-3. (Photo by Richard T Gagnon/Getty Images) /
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Let the Young Guns Fly

CALGARY, AB – OCTOBER 18: Jamie Drysdale #34 (R) of the Anaheim Ducks celebrates with his teammate Troy Terry #19 after scoring in overtime against the Calgary Flames during an NHL game at Scotiabank Saddledome on October 18, 2021 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Derek Leung/Getty Images)
CALGARY, AB – OCTOBER 18: Jamie Drysdale #34 (R) of the Anaheim Ducks celebrates with his teammate Troy Terry #19 after scoring in overtime against the Calgary Flames during an NHL game at Scotiabank Saddledome on October 18, 2021 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Derek Leung/Getty Images) /

Trevor Zegras. Troy Terry. Isac Lundestrom. Jamie Drysdale. Max Jones. The list goes on and on. The Anaheim Ducks’ youth movement is yet another reason why this team is flying to new heights. Picked to be in the bottom half of the Pacific division, this young Ducks squad has followed the mantra that Hans said in the OG Mighty Ducks movies: “They’re learning how to fly”.

Leading the way of the youth movement is none other than who I believe will be the future captain/alternate captain of the Anaheim Ducks, Troy Terry. First in points, first in goals, first in game winning goals, and fifth in assists, Troy Terry has been a revelation for this Ducks team. His creativity has brought everyone to their feet and his flair for the dramatic is another reason why people want to see more of Terry. It is no surprise he earned the right to represent the Anaheim Ducks for the All-Star game.

Though Terry is considered a catalyst, THE catalyst on this team is none other than “Run TZ”, Trevor Zegras. Whether it’s his lacrosse-style assist which set up the game-winner against Buffalo, or his lacrosse-style goal against Montreal a few nights ago, Zegras has shown the flair for the dramatic as well. His individual stats speak for himself, second in goals, assists, and points (while also adding some style points) has made Zegras a fan-favorite in the O.C. One critique for Zegras could be his play in the defensive zone. That being said, it is improving, and he will only be better as he progresses in the league.

One of my favorite underrated rooks is Isac Lundström. Lundy as I like to call him, is a guy that needs some shine on his name. Though he only has twenty points, Lundy has come through on the defensive end with plenty of stalwart moments. He may not get recognition of a Zegras, Terry or Gibson, but guys like Lundy fill in their roles nicely. And are needed cogs on a tem especially in the post-season. Think a new generation Sami Pahlsson.

The youth movement is HERE. It is NOW. And most importantly, it’s NOT going ANYWHERE ANYTIME soon. So, enjoy this Ducks fans, because while I don’t think they’re there yet, a Cup will soon come to the O.C.

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