32 Thoughts: The Podcast Six-Seeeeven for Mason McTavish
Sep 29, 2025
This episode dives into Mason McTavish's exciting new seven-year, six million dollar deal with the Ducks and the fascinating 'six-seven' trend that has taken hockey culture by storm. The hosts also explore Anthony Stolarz's contract with the Maple Leafs and the buzz surrounding Calvin Pickard in Edmonton. Emotional moments from Marc-André Fleury's farewell game in Pittsburgh are highlighted, alongside updates on player injuries and preseason dynamics. They even introduce Coyote, a Canadian band, shining a light on local talent.
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Ducks Set A $7M Internal Ceiling
- Mason McTavish agreed once the Ducks hit a $7M AAV threshold and the deal quickly closed.
- Elliotte Friedman expects that $7M ceiling will shape many upcoming Anaheim negotiations.
Anaheim Intends To Hold The Line
- Anaheim deliberately set a salary structure around multiple $7M contracts to control future cap pressure.
- That approach signals they will be tough negotiators for other RFAs coming due.
Toronto Uses Term To Make Deals Work
- Anthony Stolarz signed a four-year, $15M deal with Toronto after both sides found a way to structure the money and term.
- Friedman notes Toronto is willing to use extra term to lower AAV and make deals work.