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Connor McDavid Contract Talks Reportedly Causing Concern for Edmonton Oilers per John Shannon

Originally posted on Hockey Latest | By Tom Banks | Last updated Aug 30, 2025 12:59 PM ET

Connor McDavid's future has been a major talking point in Edmonton recently, and now insider John Shannon has revealed the concern within the Oilers organization.

Earlier this off-season, the expectation for Connor McDavid was that he was going to sign a new contract with the team at some point this off-season, but with training camp just a matter of days away, we've not seen any movement on that front.

Now, some NHL Insiders are suggesting that McDavid could start the new season without a deal beyond 2025/26, with optimism that something will eventually get done to keep him in Edmonton for a few more years.

McDavid uncertainty causing worry within the organization

For the most part, the expectation is that the relationship with CEO Jeff Jackson will lead to a deal getting done, but now, Insider John Shannon has revealed a level of worry within the organization if things continue the way they are.

I think there's people in the Oilers office holding their breath; Connor's in no hurry; he's going to go into the regular season without a new contract.

That doesn't mean that there's no chance a deal gets done, but right now the longer McDavid waits to begin negotiations, the more those in the front office worry about his potential future.

Ultimately, fans don't have a major reason to worry about McDavid's future as of right now, but if things drag on throughout the regular season and the team don't show the promise of a Stanley Cup contender like they have been in recent years, then panic may set in with the fans and the organization, but for now there's no reason to worry.

This article first appeared on Hockey Latest and was syndicated with permission.

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