Ducks assign defenseman Solberg to San Diego Gulls
The Anaheim Ducks have assigned defenseman Stian Solberg to the San Diego Gulls in the AHL. Solberg, 19, was drafted 23rd overall by the Ducks in 2024 and previously played for Farjestad in Sweden. This season, Solberg recorded 12 points in 47 games with Farjestad, ranking second among SHL defensemen aged 20 and younger. He also had a successful stint in Norway's Eliteserien, leading in scoring for players 18 and younger. Solberg has represented Norway in multiple international tournaments, including the 2024 IIHF World Championships and the World Junior Championship. He is noted as one of the highest-drafted players from Norway.