Though he’s currently injured, Mason McTavish has otherwise had a fantastic season for the Anaheim Ducks. With 10 goals and 11 assists in 21 games, he leads the team in points per 60 minutes, and (as of December 6th) he’s tied in that regard with Jason Robertson and Jack Eichel. Let’s investigate what made him a coveted prospect, how a bad Ducks team masked a good rookie season, and why this season is a glimpse of future fantasy hockey success. 

The 2021 Elite Prospects Draft Guide was effusive in its praise for McTavish, which had him as a top-5 player in that Draft. This particular section stood out: “… and win most of his small-area battles through hard skills and clever passing exchanges.” Mitch Brown tracked his performance at the World U-18 Championships, and he had excellent playmaki