Significant development regarding Connor McDavid's future with the Oilers
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The future of Connor McDavid in Edmonton, similar to Leon Draisaitl's, remains uncertain, with a leading insider now offering their insights on the matter.
After another outstanding regular season, Edmonton's Connor McDavid shone in the playoffs. Although his team didn't secure the victory, he claimed the Conn Smythe Trophy, significantly boosting his value as he approaches free agency.
Although he doesn't become a free agent until the summer of 2026, there has been much speculation about Connor McDavid's future in Edmonton, especially after the team came within one win of their first Stanley Cup in 34 years. Some have suggested that he might consider other options in free agency, but TSN's Chris Johnston has weighed in, stating that McDavid likely isn't contemplating leaving Edmonton.
"I don't think he's (Connor McDavid) thinking about leaving," Johnston said. "He doesn't have to think about it yet because two dominoes have to fall first. He can't make a decision till next July 1st anyway. He couldn't sign a contract today if he wanted. He could say to the Oilers, 'I would sign a lifetime contract,' but they're not legally allowed to do it. So, this Draisaitl situation will play out in full or in part before that happens."
"This is where I think it's interesting for the Oilers. Internally, I don't know if everybody's in full alignment on what to do, but if Leon comes back and says, 'I don't know if I want to sign a contract this summer,' part of the debate, I believe, is, 'We can't walk him to free agency because then next summer, when Connor is making his decision, it's potentially when Leon's walking out the door,'" he continued.
"This is where I think it's interesting for the Oilers. Internally, I don't know if everybody's in full alignment on what to do, but if Leon comes back and says, 'I don't know if I want to sign a contract this summer,' part of the debate, I believe, is, 'We can't walk him to free agency because then next summer, when Connor is making his decision, it's potentially when Leon's walking out the door,'" he continued.
The Oilers still have plenty of time before they need to make a decision on McDavid. As of now, however, all signs point to the best player in the game remaining with Edmonton as they pursue a Stanley Cup.
Source: Hockey Feed
Critical update on Connor McDavid's future with Oilers
Critical update on Connor McDavid's future with Oilers
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