The Anaheim Ducks placed veteran forward Chris Kreider on waivers in the first step to terminate his contract, a person with knowledge of the move confirmed to The Associated Press on Wednesday.<\/p>\n
The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity because the Ducks have not announced the decision.<\/p>\n
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