NHL Trade Rumor: Shane Pinto, Mason McTavish, and Michael McLeod contract updates

Shane Pinto, Mason McTavish, Michael McLeod, and Carter Hart are in key contract and team developments ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season. Ottawa Senators’ Pinto focuses on hockey, Anaheim Ducks’ McTavish negotiates a long-term deal. And, Michael McLeod moves to the Carolina Hurricanes. And goaltender Carter Hart evaluates options. All these decisions could impact team lineups early in the season.