Ducks’ NYC practice rink is near Hudson crash site

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The Ducks practiced today at Chelsea Piers in Manhattan, a rink located on the banks of the Hudson River at the spot where the U.S. Airlines plane set down during last week’s emergency water landing.

This is the Ducks ‘Fathers Trip,’ with 14 dads on hand, including Ryan Getzlaf’s dad, Steve, Brendan Mikkelson’s dad, Bill, and George Parros’ dad, Jim.

The fathers were flown to New York for Tuesday’s game against the Rangers and then Wednesday’s game against the Islanders -- all part of the team’s annual push to underscore unity and dedication.

-- Debbie Goffa

Top photo: The Ducks practice at the Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers on Monday. Credit: Anaheim Ducks

Lower photo: The plane being pulled from the Hudson, just outside the rink’s building, late Saturday evening. Credit: Craig Ruttle / Associated Press