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Oilers Captain Connor McDavid Taking His Time with Contract Extension Talks

Speaking at Hockey Canada Olympic orientation camp Wednesday, Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers captain, said `I have every intention to win in Edmonton` and plans to `take my time` with contract talks, eligible since July 1.
With his contract entering its final season, Connor McDavid has one year remaining on the eight-year, US$100-million contract signed in 2017 and could reach unrestricted free agency next summer, intensifying pressure on the Edmonton Oilers and Edmonton fans.
Performance-Wise, McDavid and Oilers teammate Leon Draisaitl tied for the playoff scoring lead with 33 points, while McDavid posted 100 points in 67 regular-season games.
The Oilers hope to lock a deal before opening night, but McDavid may start training camp in September without an extension, with talks possibly stretching past October 8th.
With Hall of Fame-calibre status and Olympic ambitions, Connor McDavid aims to win a Stanley Cup with the Edmonton Oilers and could spark the largest free-agency bidding war if he reaches the open market in summer of 2026.

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Oilers F Connor McDavid doesn’t want to rush contract talks

As he prepares to enter the final season on his contract, Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid said he won’t rush extension talks. “Like I said in June, I had every intention to take my time with it, and I still feel see the same way,” McDavid said on Wednesday. “Take my time and go through everything.” The 28-year-old forward spoke to the media at Canada’s Olympic orientation camp in Calgary, his first comments since falling to the Florida …

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Connor McDavid taking his time with Edmonton Oilers contract extension talks

The Oilers captain has a year remaining on his contract with the NHL club and the burning question with training camp less than a month away is whether he'll sign an extension.

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Connor McDavid shares big update on potential Oilers contract extension - "All options are on the table"

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Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid provided an update on the status of his contract discussions with the team.

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Connor McDavid Addresses Oilers Contract Negotiations: 'All Options Are on the Table'

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Connor McDavid Has 'Every Intention' Of Winning In Edmonton As Talks On An Extension Continue

I'm just going to warn you now: one of the biggest stories of the upcoming NHL season will be the Edmonton Oilers' quest to cut a deal on an extension with captain and franchise centerpiece Connor McDavid.Until his future gets figured out, it's going to be a major talking point, but it sounds like McDavid certainly wants to re-up with the team based on his recent comments.Pack your bags, football fans! OutKick is sending one lucky winner and a f…

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