Oilers’ Bowman: McDavid contract talks a ‘dialogue’, not a ‘sales pitch’

New twist in Connor McDavid negotiations could shake up Edmonton

Contract discussions for Connor McDavid are underway, but the star forward and the Edmonton Oilers are taking a different approach than anyone could have anticipated. According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, both sides are going down a more philosophical approach rather than hurrying into figures, describing the talks as ongoing and collaborative, with no “lines in the sand” as the insider emphasizes that numbers aren’t the sticking point. “There have …

Oilers’ Bowman: McDavid contract talks a ‘dialogue’, not a ‘sales pitch’

Edmonton Oilers GM Stan Bowman discusses ongoing extension talks with Connor McDavid, saying that the conversations aren’t a ‘sales pitch’ on Edmonton, but a conversation about the state and direction of the team.