The Anaheim Ducks, a professional ice hockey team situated in Anaheim, California, are active participants in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL) within the Pacific Division. Their home games take place at the Honda Center.
Established in 1993 by the Walt Disney Company, the team initially bore the name "Mighty Ducks of Anaheim," inspired by the 1992 film "The Mighty Ducks." However, In 2005, the franchise underwent a change in ownership when Disney sold it to Henry and Susan Samueli. Alongside then-general manager Brian Burke, the team underwent a rebranding, adopting the name the Anaheim Ducks, a transformation that took effect before the 2006–07 season.
Anaheim Ducks Stanley Cup History-
The Anaheim Ducks achieved Stanley Cup glory in 2007, marking the franchise's first and only championship.
The Ducks' journey to their Stanley Cup victory in the 2006–07 NHL season was marked by notable achievements. In the Conference quarter-finals, they triumphed over the Minnesota Wild in five games, followed by another five-game victory against the Canucks in the semi-finals. Advancing to the Western Conference Finals for the third time, the Ducks faced the Detroit Red Wings. Despite Chris Pronger receiving a one-game suspension in Game 3, the Ducks secured wins in Games 4 and 5, with Teemu Selanne scoring a crucial overtime winner. The Ducks sealed their spot in the Stanley Cup Finals by defeating the Red Wings in Game 6.
In the Stanley Cup Finals against the Ottawa Senators, the Ducks won the first two games at home but faced challenges later on. Pronger received a one-game suspension in Game 3. Despite this setback, the Ducks emerged victorious in Game 4. On June 6, 2007, the Ducks secured a historic 6–2 victory against the Senators at Honda Center in Game 5, clinching their first Stanley Cup in franchise history. Travis Moen was credited with the Cup game-winning goal, and Scott Niedermayer, the only player on the team with a previous Stanley Cup win, was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy. This victory made the Ducks the first California team, and the fourth West Coast team since 1915, to claim the prestigious Stanley Cup.
Notably, in 2002–03, the Ducks made a remarkable postseason run led by Paul Kariya, reaching the Stanley Cup finals but falling short against the New Jersey Devils.
How many Stanley Cups have the Anaheim Ducks won?
The Anaheim Ducks have won one Stanley Cup championship. Under new ownership and rebranded as the Anaheim Ducks in 2006, they clinched their first division championship in 2006–07, ultimately winning the Stanley Cup by defeating the Ottawa Senators.
Here's a table summarizing the Anaheim Ducks Stanley Cup appearances:
| TEAM | SEASON | SERIES | GP | W | L | T | PTS | PTS% | G |
| Anaheim Ducks | 2006-07 | Stanley Cup Finals | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 | .800 | 16 |
| Mighty Ducks of Anaheim | 2002-03 | Stanley Cup Finals | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 6 | .429 | 12 |
FAQ's on Anaheim Ducks Stanley Cup Wins
A. The Anaheim Ducks have won one Stanley Cup championship, securing their first title in the 2006–07 NHL season.
A. The Anaheim Ducks achieved Stanley Cup glory in the 2006–07 NHL season, marking their franchise's first championship.
A. Originally named the "Mighty Ducks of Anaheim" when established in 1993 by the Walt Disney Company, the team underwent a name change to the Anaheim Ducks before the 2006–07 season.
A. Teemu Selanne and Paul Kariya played crucial roles in the Mighty Ducks' first playoff appearance in 1996–97. In the 2006–07 season, the Ducks' successful campaign included notable performances by Chris Pronger, Scott Niedermayer, and the historic overtime goal scorer, Teemu Selanne.
A. The Ducks' 2006–07 Stanley Cup win was historic as they became the first California team and the fourth West Coast team since 1915 to claim the prestigious Stanley Cup.
