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Top NHL Insider Updates Connor McDavid's Difficult Contract Negotiations in Edmonton

Connor McDavid appears ready to re-sign with the Oilers, but according to Frank Seravalli, he and the team are yet to get deep in contract negotiations.

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NHL Insider Reveals Updated Salaries It Will Take to Sign McDavid, Walman, and Podkolzin

NHL insider Jason Gregor revealed the expected, updated salary it will take to sign all three of Connor McDavid, Jake Walman, and Vasily Podkolzin to new deals.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / July 29

NHL Insider Explains Why McDavid Contract Term Won’t Matter

Edmonton Oiler fans are waiting on Connor McDavid’s next contract with the team. Speculation is everywhere, from McDavid will sign within the month, to he’s doing a long-term deal, or signing for a shorter term to hold the organization to the fire.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 29

Connor McDavid continues to show why he’ll earn a record-setting contract: 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers player review

Welcome to my annual player review series, where I dive into the Edmonton Oilers season player-by-player. We’ll look back at the season that was, what kind of impact each player had, and what we could see from them next season.

Connor McDavid News / Hockey Latest / July 29

NHL Analyst Believes Original Six Team Must Pull Off Blockbuster Trade for Connor McDavid Before It's Too Late

NHL analyst Erik Beaston of 'Bleacher Report' believes the Boston Bruins need to take a swing at a Connor McDavid trade before he becomes a free agent next season.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / July 29

Oilers Insider Provides Timeline for When Connor McDavid’s Future Could Be Decided

Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid became eligible to sign a new deal on July 1, 2025, but the franchise has not been able to agree to a new deal for nearly one month since that day.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / July 27

Best Oilers Goals of 2024-25: Connor McDavid scores his 1,000th NHL point

The best goal of the 2024-25 season for the Edmonton Oilers was a historic one. Entering the 2024-25 season, Oilers’ captain Connor McDavid had 335 goals and 982 points in 645 games.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 27

Who Blinks First?: 2026 UFA Market Set for Chain Reaction

The 2026 NHL UFA class is stacked with talent—and it may also mark a turning point in how elite players approach free agency. With the salary cap expected to rise by eight figures in the coming years, the buzz isn’t just about how much players will earn, but how long they’ll commit.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 27

Oilers Among 6 Teams Who Could Face Major Overhaul After 2026

The Edmonton Oilers are officially on the NHL’s watchlist for potential upheaval. In a recent article by Bleacher Report’s Joe Yerdon, the Oilers were listed among six high-stakes teams that may have no choice but to “blow it up” if they can’t capture the Stanley Cup by 2026.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 26

Rossi Extension, McDavid Contract Timeline, and More NHL Weekend Rumors

In this weekend’s NHL rumors and rumblings, there are several key storylines still unresolved. Among them areMarco Rossi’s contract status, Connor McDavid’s extension in Edmonton, and ongoing speculation around Nazem Kadri in Calgary.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 26

Edmonton’s Other Connor: What’s Next for the Physical Forward?

While Connor McDavid and his contract situation dominate headlines, another Connor is in the Edmonton Oilers’ system, and his future isn’t clear either.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / July 25

NHL Insider Predicts Oilers Will Complete Three Blockbuster Extensions Before Training Camp

NHL insider Bob Stauffer strongly believes the Oilers will extend three of their key players, Connor McDavid, Jake Walman, and Mattias Ekholm, before training camp.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 25

Best Oilers Goals of 2024-25: McDavid scores another gem against New York

Three things in life are certain: death, taxes, and Connor McDavid scoring a highlight-reel goal against the New York Rangers. Back in early November 2021, the greatest player on the planet lost control of the puck and circled back to the neutral zone.

Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / July 24

Chris Pronger to Connor McDavid: A Lost Edmonton Oilers Decade

In the spring of 2006, Chris Pronger was traded to the Edmonton Oilers. He then did something no one thought possible: he made the Edmonton Oilers a Stanley Cup contender again.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Oilers Fall Short in NHL Offseason Ranking

The Edmonton Oilers came so close to winning a title this year, but they fell in the Stanley Cup Final once again. For the second straight season, Edmonton wasn't able to get over the hump and they now face some big questions going forward.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Kings Could Steal Connor McDavid From Oilers

As the Edmonton Oilers figure out how to proceed following their second straight Stanley Cup Final loss, the contract of star Connor McDavid has weighed heavily.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 24

Is Connor McDavid’s Contract Situation All That Unique?

Connor McDavid’s contract situation feels massive to Edmonton Oilers fans, but it’s not all that unique to what several other teams are experiencing right now.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

NHL-Wide UFA Snag Makes McDavid’s Looming Contract Less Concerning

While Oilers fans are understandably anxious about Connor McDavid’s next contract, there might be reason for everyone to take a deep breath. By viewing the situation in the context of several other high-profile UFAs, McDavid’s situation is the same, yet different.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / July 24

NHL Insider Weighs in on Oilers’ Offseason and Connor McDavid’s Future

Connor McDavid’s contract situation looms large over the Edmonton Oilers with the star forward and team captain entering his final season under contract.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 21

Insider points to 3 teams if Connor McDavid gets to free agency

The Edmonton Oilers are still reeling from their second consecutive loss in the Stanley Cup Final, both of them coming against the Florida Panthers. As it stands, the core of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl still has not won a Stanley Cup, and the franchise will be set on changing that in the very near future.