Ducks GM Verbeek Discusses Matching the Offer Sheet for Carlsson

Anaheim Ducks General Manager Pat Verbeek confirmed on July 9, 2026 that the Ducks have matched the offer sheet submitted by the Philadelphia Flyers for center Leo Carlsson, keeping him in Anaheim through the 2030-31 season on a five-year deal. Verbeek described Carlsson as a cornerstone of the team's rebuild since being drafted and expressed confidence in their relationship throughout the process. The GM indicated he began contract discussions with Carlsson's agents as far back as last September before Philadelphia's offer sheet forced the matching decision.