On Monday, Ville Husso was traded by the Detroit Red Wings to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for future considerations. The 30-year-old goaltender’s performance this season has been challenging, with a 1-5-2 record, a 3.69 goals-against average (GAA), and a .866 save percentage through nine NHL games. His struggles at the top level have led the Ducks to assign him to their AHL affiliate in San Diego for the remainder of the season.
Ville Husso’s Strong AHL Performance Offers Hope for NHL Future After Trade
While Husso has faced difficulties in the NHL, he has shown better form in the American Hockey League. He boasts an 8-4-0 record with a 2.70 GAA and a .912 save percentage in 13 games with the Grand Rapids Griffins. This solid performance in the minors may give Husso a fresh start and an opportunity to re-establish his confidence and skills before potentially re-entering the NHL.
Ville Husso (NHL)Husso’s NHL career, though inconsistent, includes time spent with both the St. Louis Blues and the Detroit Red Wings. He has played 141 regular-season games, amassing a 70-45-18 record, with a 3.05 GAA and a .901 save percentage. Additionally, Husso has appeared in seven Stanley Cup Playoff games, earning a 2-5 record and a 3.67 GAA. His future remains uncertain, particularly as he is set to become an unrestricted free agent after the season ends.
Ducks’ Goaltending Situation: John Gibson and Lukas Dostal Lead Playoff Push
The Anaheim Ducks, currently six points behind the Vancouver Canucks for the second wild card spot in the Western Conference, have been managing their goaltending duties between veteran John Gibson and emerging talent Lukas Dostal. Gibson has posted a solid 9-9-2 record with a 2.66 GAA and a .916 save percentage in 24 games.
Meanwhile, Dostal has seen more action with 34 games played, earning a 16-13-5 record, a 2.92 GAA, and a .910 save percentage. With the Ducks on a strong 7-1-1 run, they will continue to rely on their goaltending duo as they push for a playoff spot.
