What happened: Cutter Gauthier and Leo Carlsson made the pregame appearance before the Los Angeles Angels took the field Friday night. The ceremony extended an Orange County crossover theme the two clubs have used this week.

Why it matters: The appearance keeps Ducks players in front of local fans as the club ramps up for the upcoming 2025-26 season. It also builds on the Ducks-Angels crossover already spotlighted around Gauthier earlier this week.

What to watch: The Ducks continue camp preparations heading into the preseason. Another crossover appearance would fit if the Angels' homestand and Ducks fan events keep overlapping.