Connor McDavid reportedly open to NHL seven-year extension with Edmonton Oilers organization long term

Recent insider reports have made it seem more and more likely that Connor McDavid will be sticking around long term with the Edmonton Oilers. The Oilers captain reportedly is willing to sign another long-term deal, which is a good sign for the franchise entering an important offseason.

Here’s how that looks as Edmonton contemplates potential coaching options and plans. The Stanley Cup hopefuls still want Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl to be the centrepiece of the project.

Connor McDavid and Edmonton Oilers NHL future remains encouraging

While the latest reports from around the league and insiders are still encouraging for Connor McDavid’s future with the Edmonton Oilers, saying "I expect the contract to be a seven-year extension."

Edmonton Oilers analyst Bob Stauffer said he believes the captain’s next contract will be a seven-year extension beginning in 2027. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl have been very loyal to this organisation, Stauffer said.

This comes during a busy offseason for the franchise as it looks to position itself for another Stanley Cup run. The NHL news roundup has been dominated by the question of Edmonton’s ability to keep its core players.

Bob Stauffer reports that Connor McDavid will stay with the Edmonton Oilers because of his dedication to the team and the city. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are the most dedicated players in Edmonton. The insider expects the next contract to be seven years in length, providing the franchise stability well into the next decade.

The deal would give the Oilers a good base as general manager Stan Bowman continues to build the roster. Now, the possibility of a long-term extension is one of the biggest NHL updates of the offseason.

Edmonton Oilers coaching talks could shape the team's future, although key players are said to be on board with the organization's decisions.

Kris Knoblauch was let go by the Edmonton Oilers earlier this offseason, and former NHL coach Mike Babcock has been mentioned as a candidate. Sources have spoken to multiple insiders who say Connor McDavid is on board with management’s direction as the team looks for its next head coach.

Getting Connor McDavid's long-term future would be a huge win, having the franchise try to squeeze out the maximum amount of time in the championship window.



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