Ducks Activate Ryan Strome, Move Radko Gudas to Injured Reserve
The Anaheim Ducks have made significant roster adjustments ahead of their game against the Winnipeg Jets. Center Ryan Strome has been activated from injured reserve, while defenseman Radko Gudas has been moved to IR to accommodate the change.
Ducks Activate Ryan Strome
Ryan Strome missed the beginning of the season due to an upper-body injury he sustained during preseason practice. Last season, the 32-year-old scored 41 points, achieving this milestone for the third consecutive year. He recorded 10 goals and 31 assists over 82 games, averaging more than 16 minutes of ice time a night as a middle-six center.
This season, Strome may face a different role. With Leo Carlsson and Mason McTavish taking the lead as centers, Strome is likely to transition to the wing position. His performance at the faceoff circle was a concern last season, as he only won 41.7% of his draws.
Impact on Team Performance
Strome’s return is crucial for the Ducks, whose offense is thriving early in the season. Currently, they rank second in the NHL for most goals scored.
| Player | Games Played | Points | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Strome | 0 (Due to Injury) | – | – | – |
| Radko Gudas | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Radko Gudas on Injured Reserve
Radko Gudas has been sidelined for more than two weeks due to a lower-body injury. If his placement on injured reserve is back-dated, he could return to the lineup as soon as he receives medical clearance to play.
This season, Gudas played in seven games, contributing two assists and tallying 12 blocks and 23 hits, while averaging 15:35 minutes of ice time per game.
With these roster changes, the Ducks are poised to enhance their offensive capabilities and look to continue their strong start to the season.
