The wait is finally over. After ten long months, Anaheim Ducks hockey is finally back with some meaningful games. The first game roster is set. Who made the 20-man team? Also, the 6-man "taxi squad" is also set. Finally, we meet the Golden Knights and make some predictions for the Ducks' upcoming season. Where will they finish in the standings? Who will reach a special milestone this season?

Trevor Zegras is sent down to begin the season with the Gulls. How does he slot in with the rest of that squad? Also, Willie O' Ree is honored once again with another number retirement; this time, in the NHL. Finally, today is the official start of the NHL hockey season! A couple predictions are made in this one...

With Jamie Drysdale and Trevor Zegras back in southern California, the biggest question of the past 48 hours is: Should Trevor Zegras be on the Anaheim Ducks' opening day roster? JD Hernandez explains why bringing him up immediately may not be such a great idea... for now. Also, the Ducks let Christian Djoos go on waivers, and this does not make management look good at all.

JD breaks down some advanced defensive stats for the Ducks prospects at the WJC. Also, Anthony Stolarz signs an extension with the Ducks. How smart is this move? Also, a bit of a roster shakeup with several players on that list. Could this simply be a cap space move?

JD Hernandez begins the podcast by addressing the unfortunate events that took place in our nation's capital. Also, Ducks' coach Dallas Eakins responds with some scathing words about the riots, and other players also respond. Finally, JD talks about another dimension to Trevor Zegras' game that isn't getting talked about quite as much as his scoring prowess.

DISCLAIMER: This was recorded the night of January 5th, before the events in Washington, D.C.** Team USA Wins the Gold Medal at the World Juniors! How did they do it? How big a role did the Ducks star prospect, Trevor Zegras, play in this final game? JD breaks down the final game of this year's tournament. He also points out just how precise his predictions were. Finally, is Trevor Zegras ready to play in the NHL right now?

Somehow, the US team survived against Finland in their semifinal match... and it was spectacular! How did the Americans nearly let it slip away? Also, the return of "Charlie" leaves one commentator reaching for the earplugs. Finally, the BIG question... how in the world can the boys from the States somehow defeat the mighty Canadian squad? JD explains that there is a way this could happen... maybe.

It's the official second season premiere of "Locked On Anaheim Ducks!" As we look back on the amazing US play led by Trevor Zegras at the World Junior Championships, both the US and Canada play big semifinal games Monday night. Could we see these two countries play for the Gold Medal on Tuesday?

How did the US fare in their final game of pool play? Also, JD dives into who he thinks is a fair player comparison to Trevor Zegras, and why simply comparing him to a fellow teammate is just... lazy. Plus, we look ahead to the upcoming quarterfinal schedule and make some predictions.

It's a bonus episode! A look back at some of the best moments of this podcast, the wonderful guests, the hilarious moments, and more! This features clips from some of the best (and most listened to) episodes from the year that was.

A slew of news came out regarding the start of the American Hockey League. How will the NHL's Return to Play protocols affect the top developmental hockey league? Plus, Trevor Zegras is completely dominating the World Juniors right now. How is he doing it? What are some of the keys to his game? How monumentally important is the next game?

In this quick-hits episode, JD catches up on the Oilers and if we should even be playing. Also, news on Henrik Lundqvist and his upcoming surgery... should he play any more? Finally, JD bemoans the fact that some fans want teams like Austria out of the WJC. He explains why those fans are in the wrong.

Happy holidays, everyone! Join Jason Hernandez and Sarah Avampato in this bonus episode as they present this year's version of the classic poem, "Twas the Night Before Christmas" with a hockey twist. How in the world did JD make all those names rhyme? Listen... and find out. Enjoy!

The Anaheim Ducks have released their full 56-game schedule for the upcoming 2021 season. JD breaks down some of the details on the schedule. Also, Ryan Miller re-signs with the Ducks for, presumably, one more season. Where does he rank among the all-time greatest net minders? Is he a Hall of Fame caliber player?

In this special episode, Sarah Avampato (Locked On NHL) and JD take a very deep dive into how the ECHL is dealing with the COVID era in hockey. They explore how COVID-19 affects the heart, and why this is especially important for hockey players. They also go in-depth into which teams are taking the virus more seriously, and how some teams are still trying to make the fan experience as cheerful as possible around the holidays. Are there any lessons the AHL or the NHL can learn from those 13 ECHL teams that are currently operating? Which team is operating... at full capacity?

On this episode, JD begins by explaining how an AHL season could possibly function in this pandemic era. Where would teams play? Who could opt out? Finally, Sie Morley (Anaheim Calling) joins the program once again to talk about... the "Mighty Ducks: Game Changers" coming out in 2021! What did we like about the trailer? What are we looking forward to? Should the Ducks be considered the "enemy" in this upcoming series?

Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) joins the party on this super-show to talk about how taxi squads will affect the SoCal hockey teams and their salary cap flexibility because of it. They also talk about the playoff formats and how this benefits Canada the most! Finally, JD educates Sarah and the general audience by explaining how online sports gambling works as we welcome our newest sponsor, betonline.ag to the Locked On Podcast Network!

Sie Morley (Anaheim Calling) joins the program to talk about the fallout from last night's breaking news of the season coming back next month. We also talk about the Ducks prospects playing in the WJC this year with a focus on the USA and Canada teams. Which team will come out victorious? JD also makes a bold prediction towards the very end of the podcast!

BREAKING NEWS! The NHL and the NHLPA announced the agreement on a 56-game schedule to start in mid-January. Michael Distefano (TSN 1050 Toronto, Locked On Leafs) joins the program to break everything down from divisional alignments, health and safety protocols, training camps, how the AHL is affected with the creation of taxi squads... and the possible playoff format.

Could the All-Canadian division be in jeopardy? With further looming restrictions, the 7 Canadian teams could be forced to play in the US for the upcoming season. Also, decals on helmets, positive cases within the WJC's German team, and Alex Trebek playing hockey on Jeopardy!

The Tulsa Oilers net their first victory of the season with the help of Ducks prospect, Maxim Golod. How will he help the team, what does he bring to the table? Also, some sad news in the NHL as Henrik Lundqvist must opt out of the season due to a heart condition. Finally, some breaking news in the ECHL involving the Tulsa Oilers? Uh oh...

In this special Saturday edition, JD looks at how the Tulsa Oilers fared in their season opener, and looks at the rosters for the 2021 WJC, and which Ducks prospects made it. Also, which prospects will play an important role in this year's World Juniors set to take place in Edmonton?

First, JD talks a little bit about the proposed divisional realignments for both the NHL and the AHL. Finally, the big segment of today's podcast is all about the reboot of "The Mighty Ducks" franchise! Coach Bombay is back in a new series as the first trailer dropped this weekend on Disney+... how does this new series look? Why should you watch it? How sick are those redesigned jerseys?

JD returns to talk about 3 more teams opting out of the upcoming ECHL season. Also, with new reports coming out that the NHL has set a new target date of January 13th, how much more needs to be done to reach that target date? Finally, what about those 7 teams that didn't make the bubble earlier this year? How much of a disadvantage are those teams in?

The NHL has a new target date to start, which means fewer games than expected... if it starts. Also, could we see outdoor hockey in SoCal for the upcoming 2021 season? What other cities would be ideal for hosting regular season NHL games?