In a shocking move, the Anaheim Ducks have parted ways with promising young center Mason McTavish, trading him to the St. Louis Blues in exchange for two coveted picks in the NHL draft. The 15th and 29th overall selections are highly valued, giving the Ducks a significant boost in their rebuilding efforts. McTavish, who was selected third overall in 2021, showed flashes of brilliance during his time with the Ducks, but it appears the team has decided to move on from the talented center in pursuit of younger talent and a stronger draft haul. The trade is a significant development in the NHL offseason, and its implications will be closely watched by hockey fans and analysts alike.
The Ducks moved on from Mason McTavish on Friday, trading the young center to the Blues for the Nos. 15 and 29 picks in Friday's NHL draft.
![[Dreger] The Blues front office is changing with Kevin Maxwell and Peter Chiarelli leaving the club to pursue other opportunities. Chiarelli is a candidate in NSH interview process and Maxwell is expected to return to NYR in a management role.](https://preview.redd.it/8hs9m3tumlrg1.jpeg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=ce4550e1caea7b79f0c63dd506935cd41dc4d243)
