March 6 (UPI) -- The Anaheim Ducks acquired veteran defenseman John Carlson through a trade with the Washington Capitals, the NHL franchises announced Friday.
The Ducks agreed to send a conditional first-round pick in either the 2026 or 2027 NHL Draft and a third-round pick in the draft to the Capitals in exchange for Carlson.
"John Carlson brings leadership, character, a high hockey IQ and a presence to our lineup," Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek said in a news release.
"We are very excited to add a Stanley Cup winner to complement our group and make a big push down the stretch."
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