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Anaheim Ducks: Three Musts on the Off-Season Checklist

By Ben Thomasian

TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 14: Adam Henrique #14 of the Anaheim Ducks celebrates a goal in the second period during a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena on April 14, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 14: Adam Henrique #14 of the Anaheim Ducks celebrates a goal in the second period during a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena on April 14, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) /
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2.       Troy Terry won’t be named captain

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 29: Troy Terry #19 of the Anaheim Ducks in the second period at Honda Center on March 29, 2022 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 29: Troy Terry #19 of the Anaheim Ducks in the second period at Honda Center on March 29, 2022 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) /

Troy Terry certainly came on this past season as a player, scoring more goals in a single season than anyone since Corey Perry, and forming part of a dynamic duo with Ducks wonder kid, Trevor Zegras. The 24-year-old has grown into a core piece of the Ducks team and many fans will point to him jumping on to Jay Beagle as a sign he’s showing leadership potential.

With long-time captain Ryan Getzlaf retiring from hockey, the Ducks are absolutely on the lookout for a new man to place at the forefront of their team. However, despite Terry’s good season and no matter what he might be in the future, right now he still has things to prove. Another season like the last and any of those lingering doubts about it being a “one off” should be squashed. Next season could also be used to hone and improve his skills as an alternate captain. It may just be to grow as an adult. Each of which could happen and lead to a letter on his sweater down the road. But while Terry continues to grow it is likely that the Ducks will push in the direction of naming a veteran to the top leadership post on the team.

Someone like Cam Fowler who has been a Duck for years and always seemingly thought about as a future captain. Adam Henrique who appears to be unflappable could also be another option. Terry’s time may come to have that prestigious honor bestowed upon him, but right now he has other mountains to climb as a player and as a face of the franchise.

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