For the first time in a long time, the Ducks could be on their way out of rebuild mode. But they aren't quite there yet.

Frank Vatrano celebrated a new contract with two goals and an assist and the Anaheim Ducks continued a strong stretch of play by beating the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning 4-1 on Sunday night.

Frank Vatrano had two goals and assist after signing a three-year contract extension earlier Sunday and the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-1

Deferred salaries are allowed under the NHL’s collective bargaining agreement, but have rarely been used until this season.

Frank Vatrano celebrated a new contract with two goals and an assist and the Anaheim Ducks continued a strong stretch of play by beating the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning 4-1 on Sunday night. Signed to a three-year extension earlier in the day,

Frank Vatrano had two goals and assist after signing a three-year contract extension Sunday, John Gibson picked up his 200th NHL win and the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-1.

Frank Vatrano, fresh off signing a contract extension with the Ducks, finishes with two goals and an assist in a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning.

The Anaheim Ducks returned home after a brief two-game road trip to host the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday evening. Game #39: Ducks vs. Lightning Gameday Preview. Hours before the