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Teemu Selanne | Winger

Team: Anaheim Ducks
Age / DOB:  (42) / 7/3/1970
Ht / Wt:  6'0' / 198
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Teemu Selanne said it's too soon to speculate on whether he'll return to the NHL next season.
Selanne did say there's a feeling of "unfinished business" after the second-seeded Ducks were eliminated by the Red Wings on Sunday night. Selanne has made it clear how much he enjoys playing with this group of teammates and it wouldn't shock us if he wanted to back at the age of 43. However, truth be told, this decision will likely linger far into the summer as it usually does. Stay tuned. May 14 - 3:25 PM
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Teemu Selanne did not speculate Sunday night as to whether or not he would retire.

This is a yearly question with the "Finnish Flash" and at age 42 and closing in on 43, it's no wonder. He loves the core group of guys with the Ducks and that is what makes the decision for him so difficult as he can see success in the future. Stay tuned as usual for Selanne's decision in the summer.
May 13 - 5:57 AM

Teemu Selanne registered an assist in Game 2.

Selanne now has two points in as many postseason contests and is on a modest three-game point streak that dates back to the regular season. Although he took a step backwards in terms of production in 2013, he should continue to be a big offensive threat in the playoffs.
May 3 - 8:48 AM

Teemu Selanne was rejuvenated in Game 1 of Anaheim's first-round series against Detroit.

Selanne netted the game-winner in the Ducks' 3-1 victory. "This is the best time for a hockey player," Selanne said. "That's what makes this so special. ... A couple of games off helped me. If you can't get up for the playoffs, something is wrong." He had 12 goals, 24 points, and a minus-10 rating in 46 games this season. Those were impressive numbers given his age, but it also represented a noticeable decline from his 2011-12 pace.
May 1 - 8:30 AM

Teemu Selanne scored the game-winning goal in Anaheim’s 3-1 Game 1 victory over Detroit on Tuesday night.

The 42-year-old ageless wonder played just over 13 minutes, but he seemed to generate countless offensive chances throughout the game. His goal came on the power play early in the third frame. Look for Selanne to play a key role in the series. Nick Bonino opened the scoring for the Ducks, while Francois Beauchemin added an empty net insurance marker.
May 1 - 1:16 AM

The Anaheim Ducks have five players on the roster who are at least 35-years-old.

Teemu Selanne leads the way as the veteran is 42, but Saku Koivu is 38, Sheldon Souray and Radek Dvorak are 36 with Toni Lydman the baby of the group at 35. "Playoffs are ... it's the best time for a hockey player," said Selanne who could retire at the end of the season. "My expectations for this team and myself are very high. It means a lot. Obviously, when you're years up the road, you try to take the opportunity you have and try to take advantage of it." The Ducks take on the Detroit Red Wings in the first round of the playoffs with Game 1 on Tuesday in Anaheim.
Apr 29 - 6:32 AM

Teemu Selanne might spend another game in the press box.

Selanne rested on Friday, but might miss another game on Thursday. Ducks coach Bruce Boudreau wants to keep Selanne fresh for the playoffs.
Apr 25 - 8:38 AM

Teemu Selanne will be a healthy scratch in one of the Anaheim Ducks' next three games.

Selanne has played in all 43 of the Ducks games this season and coach Bruce Boudreau wants him to get a breather before the playoffs start. "It’s my decision when it’s going to be," Selanne said. "It’s hard because I still like to play every night. Pretty much before the start of the playoffs, [Bruce] said you have to take one game off. That's fine. But the mind process ... it's hard. Bruce is good. He told me, 'I'm not going to force you. I know you. But I want you to take one game off.' I'm a little sore too. Let's see how I feel." Selanne might opt to sit out on Friday, but he hasn't decided yet.
Apr 19 - 3:59 PM

Teemu Selanne scored the Anaheim Ducks' only goal in a 4-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday.

"The Finnish Flash" looks like he might finally be slowing down at 42. He has just six points in his last 22 games, but the Ducks will still gladly have him around as the playoffs approach.
Apr 11 - 2:53 AM

Teemu Selanne netted a power-play goal on Wednesday.

Selanne has scored in back-to-back games to reach the 10-goal mark. He only had four points in 17 games in March, but we wouldn't be surprised if he bounces back in April.
Apr 4 - 8:41 AM

Teemu Selanne scored an empty-netter on Monday.

Selanne had been held off the scoresheet in his previous five contests. That was Selanne's 672 career goal. He currently ranks 11th on the all-time list and is seven goals behind Jaromir Jagr. He's also just 18 goals shy of Mario Lemieux. There's obviously not enough time to catch Lemieux this season, but Selanne would likely beat him if Selanne decides to sign for the 2013-14 campaign.
Apr 2 - 8:42 AM

Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews can't believe he still sometimes shares the ice with Anaheim's Teemu Selanne.

At 42, the Ducks' winger is going strong in his 21st NHL season and faced off against Toews and the Blackhawks in Anaheim's 2-1 victory Friday night at the United Center. "It's crazy to think a guy like that is still playing," Toews, 24, said. "I compare him to Jaromir Jagr as one of those guys when I first started playing hockey when I was 6, 7, 8 years old they were coming into their NHL careers and here I am getting a chance to play against all-time greats. It's a huge honor. To see what he's doing at his age is almost unheard of," Toews said. "He's a guy you have a lot of respect for and a player that years down the road you will look back and be proud to say you had a chance to play against him."
Mar 30 - 10:54 AM

Teemu Selanne played in his 1,373rd game Monday to break the record for the most games played by a Finn in the NHL.

Selanne passed Teppo Numminen Monday for the honor. Selanne broke into the NHL with the original Winnipeg Jets and was a teammate of Numminen's in the Manitoba capital until Selanne was dealt to the Ducks in the 1995-96 season. Congratulations to Teemu on the accomplishment.
Mar 26 - 5:55 AM

Teemu Selanne picked up a misconduct and a game misconduct Sunday in a big argument with the referees.

With the Ducks buzzing with only 34 seconds remaining and losing 2-1, the referees gave Ryan Getzlaf a tripping penalty that he found questionable. Getzlaf flung his stick and the refs gave him an extra two for unsportsman-like conduct and a misconduct. Selanne and Corey Perry joined in with Perry getting a misconduct while Selanne got the aforementioned misconduct and a game. After only two minors all season, Selanne is now a contributor in the penalty minute category although you should not expect a lot more the rest of the way.
Mar 25 - 5:07 AM

Teemu Selanne has opened the door to playing beyond the 2013 campaign.

Selanne referenced Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry's recently inked eight-year extensions when he said, "If they (Getzlaf and Perry) can play eight more years, I can play two." Selanne will turn 43 in July, but the Ducks will almost certainly re-sign him if he wants to extend his career further. Selanne has six goals and 18 points in 28 games this season.
Mar 20 - 8:05 AM

Depth Charts

All Positions
PosRoleName
C1Ryan Getzlaf
2Saku Koivu
3Andrew Cogliano
4Nick Bonino
5Peter Holland
6Dave Steckel
7Antoine Laganiere
LW1Corey Perry
2Matt Beleskey
3Daniel Winnik
4Matthew Lombardi
5Patrick Maroon
6Harry Zolnierczyk
7Max Friberg
RW1Bobby Ryan
2Teemu Selanne
3Kyle Palmieri
4Emerson Etem
5Radek Dvorak
6Brad Staubitz
7Devante Smith-Pelly
D1Cam Fowler
2Francois Beauchemin
3Sheldon Souray
4Toni Lydman
5Luca Sbisa
6Bryan Allen
7Ben Lovejoy
8Nate Guenin
9Jordan Hendry
10Hampus Lindholm
11Sami Vatanen
G1Jonas Hiller
2Viktor Fasth
3Frederik Andersen
4Igor Bobkov
5John Gibson