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Anaheim Ducks keep Leo Carlsson, matching Flyers' $90 million offer sheet for young center
By GREG BEACHAM, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Anaheim Ducks have matched the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet for center Leo Carlsson, keeping their rising young star at an extraordinary cost. The Ducks announced their decision Thursday on the 21-year-old Carlsson, who is now the NHL's highest-paid player under the...
Key takeaway The Ducks announced their decision Thursday on the 21-year-old Carlsson, who is now the NHL's highest-paid player under the five-year, $90 million deal extended by the Flyers one [...
Why this matters in The McAllen
For McAllen residents who follow hockey, the Anaheim Ducks' decision to match the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson is a significant development, particularly given the Ducks' presence in the western United States. As the Rio Grande Valley's own sports fans consider the implications of this move, they may draw parallels with the valley's own minor league and collegiate sports teams, where talent retention and recruitment are constant concerns. The hefty $90 million price tag for Carlsson's five-year contract will likely spark discussions among local sports enthusiasts about the economics of professional sports and how they compare to the more modest budgets of valley teams. Meanwhile, fans of the Ducks with ties to McAllen will be watching to see how Carlsson's new contract affects the team's performance and roster dynamics in the coming seasons.
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Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Anaheim Ducks have matched the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet for center Leo Carlsson, keeping their rising young star at an extraordinary cost. The Ducks announced their decision Thursday on the 21-year-old Carlsson, who is now the NHL's highest-paid player under the...
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