The Anaheim Ducks are commemorating their latest top prospect in style. After the draft of center Roger McQueen as the 10th overall draft pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, the team released a special
"Giveaway Friday" promotion to get fans involved and pump up the excitement. Fans can enter to win a special draft puck signed by McQueen, whose special Disney tie-in has already gone viral everywhere online.
Anaheim Ducks welcome Roger McQueen's arrival with signed puck giveaway
The Ducks'
"Giveaway Friday" is intended to highlight the arrival of Roger McQueen, the 18-year-old Saskatoon prospect who skated with Brandon Wheat Kings in junior hockey. Even after being out with a serious back ailment last season, McQueen registered a quality campaign that saw him fall into the top 10.
In celebration of the event, Anaheim is providing fans with the opportunity to win a puck from the 2025 NHL Draft signed by McQueen. The promotion reflects the franchise's excitement for their newest addition as well as their attempts to galvanize the fanbase leading up to the season. Information on the giveaway has been posted on the Ducks' official social media platforms, where fans can sign up to enter.
Disney connections and a special jersey tribute generate excitement among fans
Aside from his talent on the ice, McQueen's name has established a special connection to Disney's Cars franchise. As a friendly mention of Lightning McQueen, the latter's character who shares the same last name, Roger McQueen picked jersey number 95 as a gesture of homage. The custom of the Ducks, which were initially owned by Disney, is to adopt the association by having him flown to Disneyland right after the draft.
Photos and videos of McQueen's Disneyland visit, where he met the actual Lightning McQueen car, also quickly went viral on TikTok and Instagram, amassing thousands of likes and comments. This savvy mix of hockey heritage and popular culture has made the Ducks' draft announcement more memorable than other NHL teams.
Through the tying together of a unique signed puck giveaway and an upbeat Disney theme, the Anaheim Ducks have made Roger McQueen's draft pick an event to remember. Not only does the team's innovative strategy honor a bright young prospect but also solidify their relationship with fans who can't wait to experience what McQueen has to offer in Anaheim down the road.
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