The Ducks have placed Todd Bertuzzi on unconditional waivers for the purpose of buying out his contract. If Bertuzzi is not claimed, he will clear waivers tomorrow morning (June 28) at 9 a.m. Pacific Time.

"Todd Bertuzzi is a quality person who we believe can still play at the NHL level," said Ducks GM Brian Burke. "Unfortunately, we are handcuffed by our salary cap situation. We thank him for his efforts last year and wish him the best of luck in the future."

Bertuzzi was signed to a two-year contract last season that will pay him $4 million this year. If he not claimed on waivers and the Ducks buyout his contract, he will recieve 2/3 of the contract amount and the team will have a $2 million charge to the salary cap.

The veteran power forward had 40 points (14 goals, 26 assists) in 68 games last season.

---Graig Woodburn

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