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Ducks Name Finnish Veteran Granlund Captain
23 Sep
Summary
- Mikael Granlund named 10th captain in Anaheim Ducks history.
- He is the second Finnish captain and ninth Finnish NHL captain ever.
- Young stars Carlsson and LaCombe will serve as alternate captains.
Mikael Granlund was officially announced as the 10th captain in Anaheim Ducks history on Tuesday. This appointment makes him the second Finnish captain for the franchise and the ninth overall in the NHL. Granlund expressed his pride in the honor, following in the footsteps of Ducks legend Teemu Selanne.
His selection came as a surprise to some who expected a younger player to take the helm. However, coach Joel Quenneville and general manager Pat Verbeek made the decision, emphasizing Granlund's veteran leadership. Young players Leo Carlsson and Jackson LaCombe will serve as alternate captains, alongside veterans Alex Killorn and Troy Terry.
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