Sure, there’s always some criticism levied at the NHL postseason because more than half of the league — 16 out of 31 teams — make up the tournament. But ask franchises like Buffalo or Edmonton how difficult it is to consistently compete (or in those cases, ever compete).
Because of that, there should be a lot of pride that the Anaheim Ducks were able to participate in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for six straight years. Entering the 2018-19 season, only the Pittsburgh Penguins boasted a longer streak of consecutive postseason appearances.
While the Ducks were unable to win a championship during that time frame, five Pacific Division titles and two Western Conference final appearances are nothing to scoff at.