Overview

• Podcast insiders at 2 Mutts Hockey predict a contract announcement shortly after Team Canada’s orientation camp in Calgary from August 26 to 28.
• The expected extension is reported to be two or four years with an average annual value of roughly $17 million to $17.5 million instead of a maximum-term deal.
• Timing is driven in part by new CBA provisions that will eliminate eight-year contracts and by Edmonton’s need to preserve cap space for roster competitiveness.
• Sources say Judd Moldaver and the Oilers’ front office are still ironing out final details before making any public announcement.
• Edmonton has cleared approximately $11 million to $12 million in cap space this summer to accommodate McDavid’s next deal and support a championship-caliber roster.