Considering the injuries and outlook heading into the season, Anaheim had a successful 2017-2018 campaign. Achieving similar success in 2018-19 would be a colossal failure, as the expectations are winning a Stanley Cup. Potentially losing Ryan Kesler, for an extended period, would hurt those aspirations, so the Ducks are going to need career years from several other unsung contributors.
Honorable Mentions
Joseph Blandisi – As I previously wrote in 5 Ducks prospects who can surprise, I believe Blandisi will be a contributor in Anaheim’s bottom 6 forwards. His ascension could aid the Ducks on both ends of the ice.