US EditionOilers Star Connor McDavid Maintains that He Wants to 'Take My Time' with Contract Extension Talks
Connor McDavid is evaluating his contract options carefully amid rising NHL salary caps and team changes, aiming to ensure the Oilers remain strong Stanley Cup contenders.
- Connor McDavid, captain of the Edmonton Oilers, spoke at Team Canada's Olympic orientation camp on Wednesday about his contract and goals.
- McDavid is approaching the last season of his $100 million, eight-season deal, which he agreed to in July 2017, and is currently eligible to negotiate an extension, though no agreement has been reached yet.
- He emphasized his focus on winning the Stanley Cup in Edmonton and Olympic gold with Canada while taking his time with contract talks alongside his family and agent.
- McDavid reiterated that, as he mentioned back in June, he plans to carefully consider his options and maintains the same approach, acknowledging there is no guarantee he will finalize a deal before the season begins.
- Uncertainty over McDavid's extension could distract the Oilers, but both he and GM Stan Bowman expressed interest in a deal if the team remains a true Cup contender.
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