MASON MCTAVISH NEWS

Moved to IR McTavish (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Sunday, per the NHL media site.

Impact McTavish hasn't played since Nov. 8, and a return to the lineup probably isn't imminent. He has generated two goals, six assists and 23 shots on net across 13 outings this season. With McTavish and Robby Fabbri (knee) on IR, Jansen Harkins and Brett Leason have been playing in the bottom six recently.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains day-to-day McTavish (upper body) is still considered day-to-day ahead of Friday's game versus the Red Wings.

Impact This suggests McTavish won't play Friday, but he may not be out much longer. The 21-year-old forward is set for his third straight absence. His next chance to play is a road back-to-back, as the Ducks will visit the Stars on Monday and the Blackhawks on Tuesday.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play versus Vegas McTavish (upper body) will not be in the lineup to face the Golden Knights on Wednesday, per NHL.com.

Impact McTavish will be replaced in the lineup by Jansen Harkins, who was recalled from AHL San Diego on Wednesday. Prior to getting hurt, the 21-year-old McTavish was rolling offensively with two goals and three assists, including four power-play points, in his last five outings.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Missing Sunday's game McTavish is day-to-day with an upper-body injury and won't suit up for Sunday's tilt against Columbus.

Impact McTavish will miss his first game of the season after being unable to practice Saturday. The 21-year-old has produced two goals and eight assists through 13 contests. Brett Leason or Ross Johnston are likely candidates to be replaced by McTavish in the lineup once the left-shot center is ready to return.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with tightness McTavish (undisclosed) didn't practice Saturday, and it's unclear if he will play Sunday versus Columbus, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Coach Greg Cronin said McTavish is "dealing with some tightness." The 21-year-old McTavish scored his second goal of 2024-25 in Friday's 5-2 loss to Minnesota. He has eight points, 23 shots on net, eight blocked shots and nine hits through 13 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late goal Friday McTavish scored a goal on five shots in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Wild.

Impact McTavish has two goals and an assist over three games in November. Both of those goals have come in the final minute of lopsided losses, but it's still encouraging to see the center display a finishing touch after a rough October. He has two tallies, six helpers, 23 shots on net, nine hits, eight blocked shots, 14 PIM and a minus-3 rating through 13 outings overall.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Adds power-play helper McTavish had a power-play assist, two shots on goal and two PIM in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Canucks.

Impact McTavish's last five points have come on the power play, over a span of seven games. The 21-year-old center is up to one goal, six assists, 18 shots on net, 14 PIM and a minus-3 rating through 12 contests this season. While the power-play production is nice, it would be a positive sign to see him contributing more at even strength as well.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes late on power play McTavish scored a power-play goal on three shots in Sunday's 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks.

Impact It was a garbage-time goal -- McTavish tallied with four seconds left in the game to cut the deficit to two goals far too late for it to matter. Still, it was the first tally of the year for the 21-year-old, who has added five assists over 11 outings. McTavish has added 16 shots on net, 12 PIM, eight hits, seven blocked shots and a minus-2 rating this season. Despite his scoring struggles, he's spent a majority of the campaign in a top-six role.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Two PP helpers against Isles McTavish picked up two power-play assists in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Islanders.

Impact The 21-year-old had a point each of the first two periods, setting up tallies by Leo Carlsson and Troy Terry. McTavish has yet to find the back of the net himself this season, but the third overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft does have five assists in nine contests -- three of them coming with the man advantage.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Posts power-play assist McTavish notched a power-play assist in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Sharks.

Impact McTavish was listed as the fourth-line center Tuesday, but he led all Ducks forwards with 17:50 of ice time. The 21-year-old has had a bit of slow start to the campaign with three helpers over six contests, and his assist Tuesday was his first power-play point. McTavish has added eight shots on net, six hits, five blocked shots, six PIM and a minus-1 rating. It's safe to assume he'll rarely be limited to fourth-line usage, but fantasy managers likely want a bit more offense than he's displayed in the early going.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Generates pair of helpers McTavish notched two assists, three shots on goal and two hits in Wednesday's 5-4 overtime win over Utah.

Impact McTavish helped out on second-period tallies by Robby Fabbri and Pavel Mintyukov. This was McTavish's first game on the scoresheet this season, and he's added five shots on net, three hits and four PIM across three contests. The 21-year-old center has played on the second line between Fabbri and Trevor Zegras to begin the season, a role that should lead to fairly consistent offense throughout the campaign.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Set to skate Day 1 McTavish (knee) is set to skate Thursday when the Ducks have their first on-ice session for training camp.

Impact McTavish avoided surgery this offseason while recovering from a sprained MCL in his knee. The 21-year-old will line up between Troy Terry and Trevor Zegras during the second group's practice session. McTavish could be an option at center or on the wing in 2024-25, but he's likely to maintain a top-six role after producing 42 points in 64 contests last season.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Will avoid surgery McTavish is dealing with a sprained MCL in his knee, but he won't required offseason surgery, Derek Lee of The Sporting Tribune reports.

Impact McTavish missed the last six games of the season with the injury. The 21-year-old will compete for a top-six role in training camp in the fall.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Officially finishes season injured McTavish (knee) won't play in the Ducks' season finale versus the Golden Knights on Thursday.

Impact McTavish was spotted in a knee brace last week, and he wasn't able to shake off the injury in time to return. The center had 42 points, 130 shots on net, 67 hits and 86 PIM over 64 appearances. As long as he doesn't need surgery, he should have a good chance to be ready for the start of 2024-25.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Could be done for the year McTavish (knee) may miss the rest of the season, Derek Lee of The Sporting Tribune reports.

Impact McTavish is currently in a restrictive knee brace, and with just four games remaining, his odds of returning this season are likely slim at best. If he does miss the rest of the campaign, McTavish will end the year having picked up 19 goals and 42 points while averaging 16:17 of ice time through 64 contests.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Sunday McTavish (lower body) won't be in the lineup Sunday versus St. Louis, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports.

Impact McTavish will miss his second consecutive contest after getting injured in Tuesday's 5-3 win over Calgary. On Saturday, he was seen wearing a brace on his right leg and has yet to resume practicing. It's unclear at this time if McTavish will be available to play before the end of the season. The Ducks only have four games left after Sunday's contest. He has registered 19 goals, 42 points, 130 shots on net, 67 hits and 86 PIM in 64 outings this campaign.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Friday McTavish (lower body) is expected to miss Friday's game versus Seattle, Derek Lee of The Sporting Tribune reports.

Impact McTavish sustained the injury against Calgary on Tuesday. McTavish was expected to have a big season, after scoring 17 times and adding 26 assists in 80 games as a 19-year-old in 2022-23, but he just improved slightly with 19 tallies and 26 assists in 64 games before the injury. The Ducks recalled Nikita Nesterenko from AHL San Diego on Friday and he is expected to enter the lineup Friday.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Can't finish contest McTavish sustained a lower-body injury and won't return to Tuesday's game versus the Flames, Derek Lee of The Sporting Tribune reports.

Impact McTavish scored the opening goal of the game prior to his injury. The center has battled some injury issues in recent weeks, which likely contributed to his recent 10-game point drought. He's at 19 goals and 42 points through 64 outings overall. McTavish should be considered day-to-day until the Ducks provide another update.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Sunday's loss McTavish scored a goal and added four PIM in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Canucks.

Impact McTavish went 14 games without a goal, picking up just two assists in that span. He's seen some time in the bottom six amid his recent struggles, but he has back on the second line Sunday. The center set a career high Sunday with his 18th goal, and he's added 23 assists, 126 shots on net, 67 hits, 86 PIM and a minus-24 rating over 63 appearances.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock McTavish (lower body) will return to the lineup Tuesday versus the Wild, according to Derek Lee of The Sporting Tribune.

Impact McTavish should occupy a top-six spot and log power-play time versus Minnesota following a two-game absence. He has accounted for 17 goals, 40 points, 121 shots on net, 56 hits and 80 PIM in 56 outings this campaign.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday McTavish (lower body) will miss Sunday's contest against St. Louis.

Impact McTavish was also unavailable for Friday's 6-0 loss to Winnipeg. He has 17 goals, 40 points, 80 PIM and 56 hits in 56 outings in 2023-24. McTavish is expected to resume serving in a top-six role once he's healthy.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains lower-body injury McTavish is a late scratch for Friday's game against Winnipeg because of a lower-body injury.

Impact McTavish has 17 goals and 40 points in 56 contests this season. He missed two games from March 3-6 because of a lower-body issue, but it's not clear if he's dealing with the same injury or a new problem. Anaheim will dress seven defensemen Friday, including William Lagesson, who was a healthy scratch for the Ducks' loss to the Wild on Thursday.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock McTavish (lower body) is on track to return to action Friday versus the Stars, Derek Lee of The Sporting Tribune reports.

Impact McTavish should return to his usual top-six role following his two-game absence. He's racked up 17 goals and 40 points through 52 contests this campaign.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Wednesday McTavish (lower body) will miss Wednesday's game against Ottawa, per Derek Lee of The Sporting Tribune.

Impact McTavish has 17 goals, 40 points and 74 PIM in 52 contests this season. Wednesday will mark his second straight absence due to the injury. When McTavish is healthy, he should serve in a top-six capacity.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday McTavish (lower body) will not play Sunday against Vancouver, per the NHL's media site.

Impact McTavish was injured early Friday against New Jersey but the severity of his injury remains unclear. The 21-year-old has had a great sophomore season so far, tallying 17 goals and 40 points in 52 games, including nine points in his last eight contests. His next chance to play will be Wednesday against the Senators.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE