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Sharks vs Ducks Defense Battle | NHL News
The Pacific Division’s third playoff spot is heating up as the Sharks and Ducks battle for it in 2026-27, with Oilers and Vegas locked in for top two. While both teams overhauled their blue lines, they took opposite paths: Ducks shed veteran defensemen like Carlson and Trouba, leaving gaps to fill with younger players, while Sharks stocked up with proven talent including Trouba and Nurse, plus a high-potential draft pick in Verhoeff. Both teams still struggle defensively, but San Jose’s depth and youth—Verhoeff, Dickinson—could give them an edge, while Anaheim’s LaCombe and Mintyukov offer…
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