Anaheim Ducks Secure Long-Term Deal with Defenceman Jackson LaCombe for Eight Years
Enhancing Anaheim Ducks’ Defense: LaCombe Secures Eight-Year Contract
A Promising Future for Ducks’ Defense
The Anaheim Ducks have solidified their defensive lineup by signing 24-year-old defenseman Jackson LaCombe to an impressive eight-year contract extension. Hailing from Eden Prairie, MN, LaCombe’s exceptional performance during the 2024-2025 NHL season has earned him a long-term spot on the team. Over 75 games, he netted 14 goals and provided 29 assists, while maintaining an average ice time of 22:18 per game.
General Manager’s Vision
Pat Verbeek, the Ducks’ general manager, emphasized the significance of securing LaCombe’s talents for the team’s future. “We are excited to sign Jackson to a long-term contract and lock up a core player for our future,” Verbeek stated. “Getting this deal done early was a priority for us. Jackson has all of the tools to be an anchor on our back end for many years to come.”
Recent Contract Extensions
This deal marks the second major signing for the Anaheim Ducks in recent weeks. On September 27, center Mason McTavish agreed to a six-year extension, strengthening the team’s core for the upcoming seasons. LaCombe will conclude his current two-year, $1.85 million contract this season before the new agreement takes effect.
LaCombe’s Journey and Achievements
Originally drafted 39th overall in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft out of Shattuck-St. Mary’s, LaCombe’s career statistics speak volumes. Over 148 games, he has accrued 16 goals and 44 assists, with an average ice time of 20:51. His international experience includes representing the United States, winning gold medals at the 2021 World Junior Hockey Championships and the 2023 IIHF World Championship, where he contributed two goals and three assists in 10 games.
Upcoming Season Highlights
The Ducks are gearing up for the 2025-2026 season, set to commence on October 9 against the Seattle Kraken. As LaCombe prepares to enter the final year of his current contract, fans and analysts alike eagerly anticipate witnessing his continued impact on the ice.
