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: The reintroduction of the Knuckle Puck was seen as a fun nod, but some viewers found the "participation trophy" coaching style of Coach Alex to be a regression compared to the more grounded training seen in the original films.

: Seeking to fix their slumping game, the Ducks head to the home of the NHL's Anaheim Ducks. While they miss out on meeting the head coach, they receive an inspirational boost from an "assistant to the assistant" named Gabe, who shows them a wall of legends like Russ Tyler and Charlie Conway. Captaincy Battles : Les Petits Champions : Game Changers S02E07 FRE...

: The episode ends with two significant romantic developments: a kiss between Jace and Sofi, and an unexpected kiss between Coach Alex and Coach Cole. Review: A "Bait and Switch" for Fans? : The reintroduction of the Knuckle Puck was

Overall, the episode serves as a transitional chapter that sets up the inevitable Ducks vs. Dominate finals, even if it leaves some long-time fans feeling the "bait and switch" regarding the franchise's legacy. Captaincy Battles : : The episode ends with

: Fans on Reddit expressed heavy disappointment over the episode's title. While Season 1's "Spirit of the Ducks" featured several original cast members, Part 2 opted for current NHL players (Trevor Zegras, Troy Terry, and Max Jones) instead of returning OG characters like Charlie Conway.

In Season 2, Episode 7 of Les Petits Champions : Game Changers (titled ), the series attempts to recapture the franchise's underdog magic with mixed results. The episode centers on an unsanctioned field trip to the Anaheim Ducks' arena and the critical selection of team captains. Plot Summary and Key Highlights

Reviewers from platforms like Laughing Place and What’s on Disney+ highlight a few polarizing aspects of the episode: