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The trade deadline is rapidly approaching and the Ducks are in an interesting position. They are most likely to be sellers, however, if the Ducks continue to win a lot of games and close in on the playoffs, then they might be keeping more players than if they were to be sellers. Here’s somethings to keep an eye on. … [visit site to read more]

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Teemu Selanne celebrates after scoring a goal (Credit: Jake Roth-US PRESSWIRE)

The title says it all. The Anaheim Ducks defense gave the game away to the Columbus Blue Jackets, allowing them to win 3-2 (OT). All three goals were due to the Ducks defense being non-existent.

Teemu Selanne again had a phenomenal performance, scoring both of the Ducks goals. The Jackets never gave up and were rewarded with two points.

Selanne opened up the scoring with a tip-in from a Lubo slap shot just over 1 minute into the game. After that it was a pretty slow period. The Ducks out shot the Blue Jackets 10-6.

Columbus tied it up in the second period when Derek Brassard scored off of a rebound. Hiller stopped a shot from the point and the Ducks defense failed to clear. Selanne scored his second goal on the PP, sending a beast slap shot passed Sanford. Columbus took FIVE penalties that period, and the Ducks could only capitalize on one…..

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