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McTavish Misses Ducks Camp With Contract Standoff Ongoing

Anaheim seeks a long-term deal, leaving the projected second-line center out during Joel Quenneville’s first camp.

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Ducks center Mason McTavish celebrates after scoring a goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Edmonton Oilers, Monday, April 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jayne Kamin-Oncea)
Apr 16, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Anaheim Ducks forward Mason Mctavish (23) and Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck (37) look for the puck during the third period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-Imagn Images

Overview

  • General manager Pat Verbeek called the absence disappointing and said talks are active with progress made but no agreement yet.
  • McTavish left Orange County this week and is skating with the OHL’s Ottawa 67’s to maintain conditioning.
  • Reporting indicates both sides are interested in a long-term contract, though they remain apart on term and salary.
  • Market comparables suggest a long-term deal could land around $7–8 million per season, potentially exceeding Troy Terry’s $7 million AAV.
  • Anaheim views McTavish as its second-line center after moving Trevor Zegras, and Pierre LeBrun reports he has not asked for a trade and no offer sheet has materialized.