The Anaheim Ducks announced this week that defenseman Ian Moore has signed a two-year, one-way contract extension that runs through the 2027-28 season, locking the 24-year-old into the organization for the foreseeable future.
Moore’s journey to the NHL has been marked by steady progression, from his early days in the USHL with the Chicago Steel to a four-year stint at Harvard University where he captained the Crimson for two seasons and helped the team reach back-to-back NCAA tournaments.
Breakout Season Highlights
During his rookie campaign in 2025-26, he posted 12 points in 67 games and recorded his first NHL goal on November 6, 2025, a milestone that contributed to a four-goal rookie season that tied him for the most goals by an Anaheim rookie defenseman in the past twelve years.
The Ducks rewarded that performance with a playoff appearance in 2026, where Moore appeared in all ten Stanley Cup Playoff games and scored his first career postseason goal, underscoring his reliability in high-pressure situations.
Internationally, Moore represented Team USA at the 2022 World Junior Championship, contributing an assist in five games, and he remains a fixture on the U.S. developmental pipeline.
Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, he climbed the ranks through the junior ranks before committing to Harvard, where his defensive acumen and physical play have become hallmarks of his style.
General Manager Jeff Gordon praised the extension, stating that Moore’s blend of skill, work ethic, and leadership will be vital as the club looks to build a competitive roster around its core.