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Carlsson produced three power-play assists and five shots on goal in Thursday's 7-6 loss to the Sabres.
This was Carlsson's fourth multi-point effort in his last five games. He helped the Ducks converted on three of their four power-play opportunities, assisting twice on goals by Cutter Gauthier as well as once on a Mikael Granlund tally. Carlsson is up to four goals, 14 helpers, 19 shots on net and a minus-5 rating through 13 appearances this season. He's already earned 12 power-play points this year, six shy of matching his total with the man advantage from all of 2025-26.
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Ducks' Leo Carlsson: One of each Tuesday
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Carlsson scored a goal and added a power-play assist in Tuesday's 6-5 overtime loss to the Canucks.
Carlsson picked up his third multi-point effort in the last four games, and his sixth such performance of the season. The 21-year-old star center has already been productive on the power play, earning nine of his 15 points this season while working with a man advantage. Carlsson has four goals, 11 helpers, 15 shots on net, six blocked shots and a minus-4 rating over 12 contests. He needs to increase his shot volume significantly, but the rest of his game looks to be in line for another jump in production in his fourth NHL campaign.
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Ducks' Leo Carlsson: Two points in win over Philly
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Carlsson delivered an even-strength goal and a power-play assist in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Flyers.
Facing the team whose offer sheet this summer resulted in Carlsson re-signing with the Ducks for five years and $90 million, the 21-year-old rewarded his benefactors by opening the scoring for Anaheim midway through the second period and then setting up Beckett Sennecke for what proved to be the game-winner in the third. Carlsson has a pair of multi-point performances in the last three games, and through 11 contests to begin the season he's racked up three goals and 13 points, including eight points (one goal, seven assists) on the power play.
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Ducks' Leo Carlsson: Two helpers in Tuesday's loss
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Carlsson picked up two assists while adding two shots on net and a plus-1 rating in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Islanders.
The Ducks' $18 million man helped set up tallies by Frank Vatrano late in the first period and Alex Killorn late in the third, accounting for all of the team's offense on the night. Carlsson has had a strong start to his fourth NHL season, producing two goals and 11 points in nine games -- including one goal and six assists on the power play.
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Ducks' Leo Carlsson: Strikes on power play
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Carlsson scored a power-play goal on two shots in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Flames.
Carlsson scored his first goal since the Ducks' season opener. The 21-year-old has remained productive, especially on the power play, which is where he's earned his last seven points. Overall, he has two goals, seven assists, six shots on net, five blocked shots, two PIM and a minus-3 rating across six outings. Carlsson's shot volume will improve with time, and his even-strength numbers should follow when that happens.
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Ducks' Leo Carlsson: Adds two more helpers
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Carlsson logged two power-play assists, two PIM and a minus-2 rating in Wednesday's 5-2 loss to the Oilers.
Carlsson has multiple points in three straight games to begin the season. He's done it mostly as a playmaker, earning one goal, six assists (five on the power play), two shots on net, three blocked shots and a minus-2 rating. The 21-year-old is centering the top line and should be a steady source of offense throughout the campaign.
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Ducks' Leo Carlsson: Stands out with playmaking
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Carlsson logged three power-play assists and two blocked shots in Sunday's 3-2 overtime win over the Panthers.
Carlsson helped out on both of Cutter Gauthier's tallies in regulation before setting up Mikael Granlund's overtime winner. Through two games, Carlsson has a goal and four assists, as well as two shots on net and three blocked shots. The 21-year-old center should continue to be a steady source of option while receiving significant ice time on the first line and top power-play unit.
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Ducks' Leo Carlsson: One of each Friday
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Carlsson scored a goal and added an assist in Friday's 4-3 win over the Golden Knights.
The $90 million man was the only Duck with a multi-point effort Friday. Carlsson's new contract means expectations have skyrocketed, but after posting 29 goals and 38 assists over 70 regular-season games last year, he should be able to find another level on offense. Carlsson is likely to be unleashed in full as an all-situations forward this year, and while it may take some time for him to live up to the number on his paycheck, he's more than good enough to help a fantasy roster.
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Ducks' Leo Carlsson: Solid showing in Sunday's exhibition game
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Carlsson scored a goal and added a power-play assist in Sunday's 6-2 preseason win over the Sharks.
Carlsson is firmly cemented as Anaheim's No. 1 center, and he will have a lot to live up to after signing a five-year, $90 million contract with the team in July. The 21-year-old's offensive output has increased in each of his first three seasons in the NHL, and that trend should continue in 2026-27 if he plays in most, or all, of the team's regular-season games.
Carlsson secured a five-year, $90 million contract with Anaheim on Thursday.
Carlsson will become the NHL's highest-paid player with his $18 million AAV, surpassing the $17 million AAV deal for Minnesota's Kirill Kaprizov. The 21-year-old Carlsson will no doubt be expected to continue stepping up his production after recording 29 goals and 38 assists in 70 regular-season games last year. It's possible, with Carlsson capable of reaching the 40-goal threshold if he can play a full 84-game schedule.
Carlsson accepted a five-year, $90 million offer sheet with the Flyers on Friday. Anaheim has seven days to either match the contract or allow him to join Philadelphia.
The Ducks would receive four first-round picks from Philadelphia if Anaheim declines to match the offer sheet, per Adam Kimelman of NHL.com. The 21-year-old Carlsson logged 70 regular-season outings in 2025-26 and set career highs with 29 goals and 67 points. He's got plenty of upside, so it's not hard to see why Philadelphia is interested in him. Still, this would give him the highest cap hit of any player in 2026-27, ahead of even Kirill Kaprizov ($17 million) and Leon Draisaitl ($14 million). When coupled with the draft picks the Flyers would have to surrender, Philadelphia is taking a big risk. However, the Flyers' move has also put the Ducks in the awkward position of either giving Carlsson significantly more than they likely wanted or watching a young star leave just as Anaheim had seemingly transitioned from a rebuilding squad into a genuine contender.
Carlsson scored a goal on four shots in Wednesday's 3-1 win over the Golden Knights in Game 2.
Carlsson's tally in the third period stood as the game-winner. The center has had no trouble adjusting to the playoffs so far, earning four goals, five assists, 36 shots on net and a plus-3 rating over eight postseason outings. The 21-year-old continues to see significant usage on the top line and first power-play unit, so he's in a good position to keep generating offense.
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