Anaheim Ducks Sign Mason McTavish Six-Year $42 Million Deal

The Anaheim Ducks secured their promising young center Mason McTavish with a six-year contract extension worth $42 million, averaging $7 million per year. McTavish, who was drafted third overall in 2021, has shown significant development, posting career highs with 22 goals and 52 points last season. Despite a prolonged contract negotiation period that caused him to miss training camp and consider playing in the OHL, the deal was finalized just before the 2025-26 NHL season, allowing him to rejoin Ducks' preparations. This contract ties McTavish as the second-highest paid player on the Ducks, reflecting his role as a key future cornerstone for the team. The extension also ends speculation about a possible trade to the Vancouver Canucks, who lacked the assets and cap space needed to acquire him. The Ducks are hopeful that with McTavish and other young talent, they can challenge for a playoff spot for the first time since 2017-18.