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The Anaheim Ducks just locked down franchise cornerstone Leo Carlsson with a jaw-dropping five-year, $18M/year deal, matching the Flyers’ offer sheet and keeping him home. GM Pat Verbeek confirmed they always planned to match, seeing Carlsson as elite potential — and he delivered with 67 points in 70 games and even better in the playoffs. The move strains the Ducks’ cap, forcing tough decisions on players like Cutter Gauthier, possibly involving LTIR or trades. Meanwhile, the Flyers must navigate arbitration for Trevor Zegras and Jamie Drysdale — both former Ducks — as they reshape their roster. This is a bold statement: the Ducks are all-in on Carlsson and their young core, with the rest of the offseason shaping up to be a high-stakes chess match.

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