The start of the hockey season is coming fast, and a sure sign of that is the beginning of training camp. Jason Hernandez talks about the hopes for the Ducks this season, and which players could make an impression over the coming days leading up to the start of the preseason next week. Who could be the extra forward that could step in and help out the team? Also, a big question coming into this season is which defensemen will get a fair chance with the Ducks this coming season? Would it be better to send some young guys down to the Gulls for a year? Finally, what do some of those early lines look like?

It was announced today that Radko Gudas was named the 9th captain of the Anaheim Ducks. Jason Hernandez talks about the history of the captaincy of the proud franchise, and where Radko Gudas fits in. Also, we explore why this is the right move for the Ducks right now in the short term. Is there some similarities to another short-term captain situation in the past? Finally, which young Ducks could emerge as a future leader?

The Los Angeles Rookie Faceoff has officially come and gone, and the Ducks' prospects showcased their talents in the hopes of cracking a professional roster. Jason Hernandez talks about the players that made the best impressions throughout the long weekend. Also, with several key pieces taking a rest on Monday, how did the remaining players do against the Kings' prospects in the final game of the faceoff? Finally, the Ducks organization will have some decisions to make regarding who makes the big club, who winds up in San Diego, and what to expect from the team.

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