TSN: The Anaheim Ducks are in first place in the Pacific Division, and when asked if they’ll be buyers heading into trade season, Darren Dreger says ‘Maybe.” Forward Leo Carlsson was second in NHL scoring heading into Tuesday night and is eligible to sign a new contract, but there is no rush to extend Carlsson or make a trade.

Steve Staios held a state-of-the-union address at the Canadian Tire Centre before heading to Toronto for the annual general managers meeting on Tuesday after the Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

An injury to Thomas Chabot and the departure of Donovan Sebrango have left them short-staffed on the left side heading into an extended road trip.

The Ducks, who are 9-3-1 in their first 13 games have the second-best points percentage in the NHL (.731) behind the Colorado Avalanche (.750), have blended their elite young core with veteran leadership and coaching under three-time Stanley Cup champion Joel Quenneville.

Paul Maurice and the Florida Panthers will be without Brad Marchand and another forward for their upcoming matchup with the Anaheim Ducks.