August 3, 2025
McDavid and the Oilers: “Encouraging” Signs, but Don’t Pop the Champagne Just Yet
The hockey world is holding its breath, and for once, it’s not because of a highlight-reel goal from No. 97. This time, it’s all about the contract negotiations between Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers. After another season that saw the Oilers flash their high-end skill but ultimately fall short of the ultimate prize, the focus has shifted from on-ice dominance to off-ice dealings. The big question on everyone’s mind: will the best player in the world commit his long-term future to the city of champions? Recently, Oilers’ general manager (GM) Stan Bowman gave the media a much-anticipated update, and