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Senators Reportedly Eye Ducks Forward Mason McTavish as Asking Price Surfaces

Anaheim has been fielding calls and is said to want a first-round pick plus an established NHL player which would force suitors to weigh cap space and roster cost.

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Mason McTavish (23) of the Anaheim Ducks tries to break away from Elias Pettersson (25) of the Vancouver Canucks during the first period of a game on April 5, 2025.
Steve Staios, president of hockey operations and general manager for the Ottawa Senators, speaks to the media at Canadian Tire Centre.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets reported over the weekend that the Ottawa Senators have interest in trading for Mason McTavish and that Anaheim is taking calls rather than actively shopping him.
  • McTavish regressed in 2025–26 to 41 points after a 52-point season and was scratched in playoff games, raising questions about his role in Anaheim under coach Joel Quenneville.
  • Reporters say the Ducks’ asking price is a first-round pick plus an established NHL player, a demand that reflects Anaheim’s desire for immediate, roster-ready return.
  • McTavish carries a six-year, $42 million extension worth $7 million a year, a contract detail that tightens fits for salary-constrained teams such as Montreal.
  • If a trade happens it could cost suitors high draft capital and a roster piece, change lineup plans for teams seeking a top-six center, and push McTavish toward a fresh start outside Anaheim.