Ducks owners to pay part-time employees through June 30th

Today, the Anaheim Ducks announced that owners Henry and Susan Samueli will pay more than 2,100 part-time employees through June 30th.

NEWS: #NHLDucks owners Henry and Susan Samueli today informed part-time employees of their sports and event management companies that all 2,100 staff members will be paid for current or future rescheduled, postponed or canceled events through June 30. https://t.co/KcgfM1TSo8

— Anaheim Ducks (@AnaheimDucks) April 2, 2020

Not only does this include Honda Center and Ducks employees, it includes employees of the San Diego Gulls, J.T. Schmidt’s Restaurant and Brewery across the street from Honda Center, and workers at all nine The Rinks hockey facilities throughout Southern California.

The Ducks released this statement from Tim Ryan, President/Chief Executive Officer of Anaheim Arena Management:

“The Samueli family's primary concern is the welfare of their employees. Today is another example of their kindness, generosity and support for the local community. As a result of their decision, 2,100 dedicated part-time staff members will have one less immediate concern during this significant health crisis. We join them in wishing everybody good health during this unprecedented time.”