Anaheim Ducks count on Lukas Dostal to end seven- year playoff drought

The Anaheim Ducks are banking on Lukas Dostal as their starting goaltender for the pivotal 2025-26 season, aiming to end a seven-year playoff drought. Dostal, now among the NHL’s highest-paid goalies, faces pressure to maintain consistency and lead the team back to contention. While considered a Vezina Trophy long shot, his performance is crucial to Anaheim’s success.