One Carolina Hurricanes trade target could look to sign a contract extension sooner rather than later. 

It wasn’t too long ago since the Hurricanes were linked as a potential suitor for Mason McTavish if he were to be on the trade block. 

According to Jimmy Murphy of RGMedia, the Hurricanes were keeping tabs on the availability of McTavish.

McTavish is a restricted free agent and has yet to sign a contract extension with the Ducks. However, that doesn't necessarily mean that a contract extension won’t get done. 

Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek reportedly views McTavish as a cornerstone of the franchise.

“I can’t get into Verbeek’s head, but I don’t think he thought Zegras and Drysdale were sure things when it came to being core players,” Eric Stephens of The Athletic said. “I do believe he sees McTavish as one.”

Taylor Hall Has Felt At Home In Carolina, Leading To Contract Extension With Hurricanes There was one major positive to come out of Mikko Rantanen three-way trade between the Colorado Avalanche and Chicago Blackhawks for the Carolina Hurricanes. 

It’s unclear if the Hurricanes are still in the market for McTavish or if any trade talks between the Ducks and Hurricanes have ensued.