Ducks’ Rakell expected to make season debut vs. Kings

Rickard Rakell will likely play for the first time this season Tuesday night.

The Anaheim Ducks forward told reporters he's ready to face the Los Angeles Kings at Staples Center, according to Kyle Shohara of the club's official website.

Rakell missed Ducks' training camp and the first nine games this season due to both a contract impasse and health concerns.

He has been practicing with the Ducks for the last week after clearing up visa issues that arose after he signed a six-year contract extension with Anaheim on Oct. 14.

The 23-year-old was hospitalized in September with a stomach virus that resulted from appendix surgery in March.

Rakell scored 20 goals in his second full season with Anaheim in 2015-16.

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