San Diego Gulls

The San Diego Gulls are a professional ice hockey team competing in the American Hockey League (AHL), the top developmental league feeding into the NHL. Based in San Diego, California, the Gulls have served as the AHL affiliate of the Anaheim Ducks, giving fans a front-row seat to rising talent on their way to the NHL. Since their inception in 2015, the Gulls have built a loyal following in Southern California, bringing fast-paced, physical, high-level hockey to a region not traditionally associated with the sport.

Playing their home games in San Diego, the Gulls offer an accessible and family-friendly alternative to NHL ticket prices while still delivering competitive, high-caliber action. The team has cultivated a strong local identity, drawing crowds who appreciate both the affordability and the excitement of minor-league hockey, along with the chance to watch future NHL stars develop their skills before they hit the big leagues.