WATCH: Young John Gibson fan in tears after receiving his idol's stick before Anaheim Ducks vs. Edmonton Oilers

In a heartwarming moment during today's game between the Anaheim Ducks and the Edmonton Oilers, a young fan was left overwhelmed with joy after receiving a stick from Ducks goaltender John Gibson.

The heartwarming incident occurred during the game on April 1, 2023, at Rogers Place. The young fan, who was seated in the stands, had been cheering on the Ducks throughout the game. John Gibson skated over to the boards and passed his stick over to the young boy.

The moment was captured on camera, showing the ecstatic young fan looking immensely surprised as he clutched the stick tightly. It was evident from the boy's reaction that receiving a stick from his favorite player was a dream come true for him.

John Gibson has been known for his kind and generous personality off the ice. The gesture left the boy and the surrounding fans touched and grateful. The incident goes to show the impact that small acts of kindness can have on fans, especially the younger ones, who look up to their favorite athletes as role models.

A look at Anaheim Ducks' performance this NHL season

The Anaheim Ducks have had a tumultuous season so far in the NHL 2022-23 campaign. With 76 games played, the team has scored a total of 56 points, with 23 wins, 43 losses, and 10 overtime losses.

The Ducks have struggled to find consistent success this season. While they have managed to rack up a decent number of wins, their number of losses (and overtime losses) suggest that they have had difficulty closing out games and holding on to leads.

John Gibson's personal best records for this season

John Gibson, the star goaltender for the Anaheim Ducks, is having an eventful 2022-2023 NHL season. In 52 games played, John Gibson has posted a record of 14 wins, 30 losses, and eight overtime losses, indicating that the Ducks have had their share of struggles this season.

Despite the team's record, however, Gibson has been a standout performer for the Ducks. He has faced a staggering 1,948 shots on goal so far this season, which is a testament to his resilience and ability to withstand pressure.

John Gibson's save percentage of .899 is not among the league's best, but it is still an impressive showing given the number of shots he has faced this season. His goals-against average of 3.99 is higher than he would like, but again, it is important to consider the context of the team's overall defensive struggles.

Despite these challenges, Gibson has managed to make several impressive saves and kept the Ducks in several close games throughout the season.