Ducks Extend Goaltender Ville Husso
The Anaheim Ducks have announced a two-year contract extension for goaltender Ville Husso, valued at $4.4 million. This deal reaffirms the team’s belief in Husso’s potential as they look to strengthen their roster.
Performance Overview
The 30-year-old goaltender joined the Ducks earlier this year after being traded from the Detroit Red Wings. During his brief time with Anaheim last season, he made 13 appearances, recording a 2-6-3 win-loss record, with a save percentage of .890 and an average of 3.47 goals against per game.
AHL Contribution
Before his time in the NHL, Husso demonstrated his skills in the American Hockey League (AHL). He achieved a record of 15 wins, 6 losses, and 4 overtime losses while maintaining a .910 save percentage and a 2.64 goals-against average playing for the Grand Rapids Griffins and San Diego Gulls.
Career Background
The netminder, who stands at 6-foot-3, previously completed a three-year deal worth $14.25 million, averaging $4.75 million per year. Drafted 94th overall by the St. Louis Blues in 2014, Husso’s career record includes 71 wins, 46 losses, and 19 overtime losses, alongside a career save percentage of .901 and an average of 3.05 goals against per game across his time with the Blues, Red Wings, and Ducks.
Recent Performance
Husso, who joined the Ducks in February, made an impact in the limited games he played last season. His statistics reflect the challenges he faced, but the team believes his skills can be developed further in the coming seasons.
AHL Experience
In his prior roles in the AHL, Husso stood out with solid stats that showcased his capability as a reliable goaltender. His AHL performance suggests potential for success in the NHL, prompting the Ducks’ decision to extend his contract.
Roster Changes
Recently, the Ducks also traded goalie John Gibson to the Red Wings. In this exchange, they received Petr Mrazek and draft picks, marking a key shift in their goaltending strategy following Gibson’s lengthy tenure with the team.
Goals for the Future
The decision to extend Husso aligns with the Ducks’ broader objective of enhancing team performance. Stakeholders will be keenly observing his adaptation to the team and the progress he makes moving forward.
