Dallas Eakins received an endorsement as Anaheim Ducks coach from Bob Murray, and the general manager said he is trying to upgrade the roster, according to the Orange County Register.

The Ducks (8-12-6) are seventh in the eight-team Honda West Division and 2-5-3 in their past 10 games following a 6-5 overtime win against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday. The top four teams qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

"I've got total confidence in Dallas," Murray said in remarks published Monday.