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The McTavish Standoff: Why the Ducks Might Trade Their Young Star

Another summer in the NHL, another contract dispute threatening to reshape a franchise. This time, the drama is unfolding in sunny Anaheim, where 22-year-old center Mason McTavish, a restricted free agent, remains unsigned. This isn’t just a simple negotiation; it’s a philosophical clash between a player who knows his worth and a general manager with a well-documented, rigid approach to second contracts. As training camps loom, the question is no longer if Mason McTavish will sign, but which jersey he’ll be wearing when he does. A Bridge Too Far: Verbeek’s Philosophy vs. McTavish’s Value At the heart of this impasse