Ryan Poehling Signs Four-Year, $15 Million Extension with Anaheim Ducks

In a pivotal move for the franchise, forward Ryan Poehling has secured a four-year, $15 million contract extension with the Anaheim Ducks. This agreement, announced by the team, comes during Poehling’s inaugural season with the Ducks, where he has made a significant impact on the ice.

Poehling, who has tallied seven goals and 17 assists in 54 games, has emerged as a vital player in both penalty killing and defensive efforts. His contributions have not gone unnoticed, especially as the Ducks push for their first playoff appearance since 2018. The team currently sits in second place, and Poehling’s performance has helped to ease the sting of the controversial trade that sent center Trevor Zegras to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for Poehling and a second-round pick.

Despite the backlash from fans regarding the loss of Zegras, a former first-round pick and a beloved player, Poehling has shown that he can excel in a critical depth role. The 27-year-old forward, originally drafted by Montreal in 2017, is now with his fourth NHL team after stints with Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, where he enjoyed a breakout season last year, setting career highs with 12 goals and 19 assists.

With this extension, Poehling is now under contract with Anaheim through the 2029-30 season, reflecting a significant raise from his previous two-year, $3.8 million deal. As he continues to grow in his role with the Ducks, Poehling’s future looks promising in Southern California.

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