Episode 119: 2026 Draft Recap

In this explosive episode of Royally Quacked, Cody and Gary dive into the aftermath of the 2026 NHL Draft, where emotions run high and opinions fly even higher! They break down the Kings' and Ducks' draft picks, including the surprising trades and what they mean for the future of both teams. From Elton Hermanson to Nikita Klepov, the duo analyzes each selection and shares their thoughts on how these young talents could shape the rosters moving forward. But that's not all! The episode takes a dramatic turn as Cody unleashes a fiery rant about the Ducks' recent offer sheet situation for Leo Carlson, questioning the decisions made by GM Pat Verbeek. With the potential fallout of losing their star center looming, the conversation heats up as they discuss the implications for the franchise, the locker room dynamics, and the future of the team. Is Verbeek's strategy working, or is it time for a change? Join the father-son duo for a rollercoaster ride of analysis, humor, and heartfelt fandom as they navigate the highs and lows of the draft and the chaos of the NHL offseason. Don't miss out on their unique insights and passionate takes!   00:00 Introduction and Draft Recap 05:30 Kings First Round Pick Analysis 15:00 Ducks First Round Pick Analysis 25:00 Rant on Leo Carlson Offer Sheet 40:00 Discussion on Future of the Ducks 55:00 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up   Ducks Player Grades: https://forms.gle/wdtECWLEvq3QZSMS9 Kings Player Grades: https://forms.gle/bwPtMZnrn85GnFmV7 -Links to all our socials and where to find the podcast: https://linktr.ee/royallyquacked -Sign up with Draft Kings: Promo Code THPN - https://t.co/bGnIp8imVU -Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/MEx82G9w -Ditch the bulky phone grips, get Ohsnap. Grab yours at https://www.ohsnap.com/RoyallyQuacked Podcast Socials: @royallyquacked   Hockey Podcast, LA Kings, Anaheim Ducks, NHL Draft, Free Agency, Leo Carlson, Nikita Klepov, Elton Hermanson, NHL Trades, Player Contracts, Hockey News, Sports Analysis, Father-Son Bonding, Hockey Community, Stanley Cup, Hockey Predictions, Player Development, NHL Offseason Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.