The Anaheim Ducks have officially signed center Ryan Poehling to a four-year contract extension. This deal will commence at the start of the 2026-27 NHL season and will run through the 2029-30 season.
Contract Details and Player Performance
Poehling, who turned 27 on January 3, 2023, has made a notable impact this season with the Ducks. As of now, he has recorded a total of 24 points, comprising 7 goals and 17 assists, across 54 games. His performance includes an impressive +7 rating, showcasing his effective play on both ends of the rink.
Key Statistics
- Primary assists: 14 out of 17
- Shorthanded assists: 2 (co-leads Anaheim)
- Shorthanded points: 3 (1 goal, 2 assists)
- Average shorthanded time on ice: 2:23 per game
- Faceoff wins: 321
- Total faceoffs taken: 693
Poehling stands at 6 feet 2 inches and weighs 206 pounds. Throughout his NHL career, he has played in a total of 337 games, accumulating 119 points, including 50 goals and 69 assists. His experience spans several teams, including the Ducks (2025-present), the Philadelphia Flyers (2023-25), the Pittsburgh Penguins (2022-23), and the Montreal Canadiens (2019-22).
Acquisition and Career Highlights
The Ducks acquired Poehling from Philadelphia on June 23, 2025. The trade involved sending Trevor Zegras to the Flyers, along with a second-round pick in 2025 and a fourth-round pick in 2026 (Eric Nilson). In the previous season with the Flyers, Poehling achieved career highs, totaling 31 points (12 goals and 19 assists) in 68 games.
With his new contract in place, Ryan Poehling is poised to continue contributing to the Ducks’ success in the coming years.
