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Mason McTavish Trade Rumors Heat Up, Canadiens Among the Four Potential Destinations
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The name of center Mason McTavish has been circulating in trade rumors for quite some time now, especially involving the Montreal Canadiens.
McTavish reportedly isn't particularly happy about seeing his role reduced in Anaheim, especially after the Ducks added centers like Mikael Granlund and Roger McQueen this summer.
Now more than ever, there's a real chance a trade involving McTavish could materialize.
It's generating a lot of buzz here, as McTavish would be a dream addition for the Montreal Canadiens.. He could literally be the final missing piece to complete the rebuild.
He's a young, dominant second-line center who truly has the potential to become an NHL star.
Rumor: Things Just Heated Up for a Mason McTavish Trade, and Four Teams Are Reportedly in the Mix
This is going to be a huge story to watch.
"The rumor involving McTavish is heating up!
The Ducks forward has been linked to the Buffalo Sabres, Montreal Canadiens, Calgary Flames, and Philadelphia Flyers, according to David Pagnotta."
The Ducks forward has been linked to the Buffalo Sabres, Montreal Canadiens, Calgary Flames, and Philadelphia Flyers, according to David Pagnotta."
Hearing a statement like that from such a well-connected insider like David Pagnotta is obviously very exciting.
Mason McTavish, 22, is a complete 6-foot-2, 220-pound center who was selected 3rd overall by the Anaheim Ducks in the 2021 NHL Draft (first round).
He's tallied 140 points in 229 career NHL games, including 60 goals, and put up 52 points in 76 games during the 2024-25 season - all while playing on the third line with limited power-play time.
What would you be willing to give up in a trade for McTavish on the trade market?
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| POLL | ||
AOUT 6 | 2134 ANSWERS Mason McTavish Trade Rumors Heat Up, Canadiens Among the Four Potential Destinations What would you be willing to give up in a trade for Mason McTavish on the trade market? | ||
| No more than a 2026 first-round pick | 841 | 39.4 % |
| Two first-round picks and a prospect | 769 | 36 % |
| I don't want him | 157 | 7.4 % |
| I'm trying an offer sheet | 367 | 17.2 % |
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