There were so many times the Ducks blew late leads over the course of the past 4 seasons, that this will now be a 3-part set of episodes. Oh joy. JD Hernandez talks about how the Ducks were able to lead the league in blown LATE leads over the last two seasons, and why they mattered early in the 2021-22 season. Also, was the Ducks blowing leads, yet somehow still winning in extra time, a sign of things to come? Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/lockedonnhl and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONNHL, they’ll throw in a free custom birddogs Yeti-style tumbler with every order. ebay Motors For ..read more

There are many ways to define the Dallas Eakins era during his 4-year coaching tenure in Anaheim. Some would say his benching of certain players is what is remembered most. However, JD Hernandez looks at the inability to hold a lead late in the game... for just the first two seasons. From the Ducks blowing a 4-goal lead in Florida to allowing a hat trick... to allowing another hat trick 4 weeks later. Sadly, this is just the beginning in this two-parter. ebay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay M ..read more

Adam Fantilli had a rather egregious hit during the World Championships, and while it wasn't dirty, it does bring up the question if that was the kind of toughness that was missing in Anaheim. JD Hernandez talks about why Fantilli should be able to bring that level of grit. Finally, a disgusting display took place in Dallas as they find themselves one loss away from being eliminated in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager ..read more

With the final four teams in the hunt for the Stanley Cup Playoffs all being from the Sunbelt region, JD Hernandez explores why it's especially important this year that these markets experience a deep run in the playoffs. However, there is one team in the south that is not having any success... and that is the Coyotes. Finally, JD peels back the curtain and finally talks about another desert-dwelling team that IS having some success. We go a little behind-the-scenes as JD talks about what it takes to prepare for a day as a professional PA announcer. Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/lockedonnhl ..read more

Frederik Andersen was on the wrong side of history in the quadruple-overtime game between the Florida Panthers and Carolina Hurricanes. However, JD Hernandez explains that Andersen had been on the wrong side of history before... as a member of the Ducks in one of the most painful home losses in Ducks franchise history. Also, turmoil in Toronto could spell doom for the Leafs... can the Ducks take advantage this off-season? Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/lockedonnhl and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONNHL, they’ll throw in a free custom birddogs Yeti-style tumbler with every order. Lea ..read more

With only a month to go before the NHL Draft, the coaching search will begin to heat up, and JD Hernandez looks in-depth at some more names that could be available. One of those names is current Maple Leafs assistant coach, Spencer Carbury. He deserves a head coaching shot, and will likely be looking to leave Toronto amidst the turmoil after another disappointing playoff run in Toronto. Also, should the Ducks also look overseas for a new coach just like they did with the Gulls? Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/lockedonnhl and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONNHL, they’ll throw in a free ..read more

JD Hernandez is back to talk about... who might be a good fit for the Anaheim Ducks as far as coaching is concerned. While the Ducks did fall to the #2 pick, there are still plenty of coaches that will be salivating at the chance to coach some up-and-coming young talent, and why Anaheim might be a more attractive landing spot than other coaching vacancies in the NHL. Athletic Greens To make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit ..read more

Is there a parallel world where the Ducks do NOT take Adam Fantilli with the second pick in the 2023 NHL Draft? JD Hernandez explores that world where the Ducks could explore taking the top-rated European skater, Leo Carlsson. There are a plethora of reasons why the Ducks could explore Leo in the draft, and why the powers that be should not sleep on him. Also, what makes Carlsson so endearing? Indeed Start hiring NOW with a SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/LockedOn. Offer good for a limited time. Terms and conditions apply. Need to ..read more

The NHL Draft Lottery took place in New Jersey... and the Anaheim Ducks, who had the best odds to win the Bedard sweepstakes, missed out on the grand prize and settles for the #2 pick. JD Hernandez (who is two glasses deep as of this recording) starts off with some positives about the Ducks getting the 2nd overall pick, and likely drafting Adam Fantilli in the NHL Draft. However, as the episode wears on, patience begins to run a little thin... Indeed Start hiring NOW with a SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/LockedOn. Offer good for a limi ..read more

The Anaheim Ducks have landed the second-overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft Lottery, likely meaning Michigan forward Adam Fantilli will be headed to Orange County at the Draft in June. Jason Hernandez of Locked On Ducks joins Gil Martin of Locked On NHL to break down the lottery results and what they mean for a talented Ducks team that massively underperformed on their way to the worst record in the NHL in 2022-23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices ..read more