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Connor McDavid Sticks to ‘Feeling’ Timeline on Extension, Keeping NHL on Alert

Edmonton stresses patience, with front offices preserving cap flexibility for a potential 2026 sweepstakes.

Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl (29) and forward Connor McDavid (97) talk before a face-off (Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images)
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May 29, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) celebrates scoring a breakaway goal during the game between the Dallas Stars and the Edmonton Oilers in game five of the Western Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Overview

  • McDavid told Sportsnet’s 32 Thoughts he will decide when it “feels” right and remains without an extension beyond 2025-26 after becoming eligible to re-sign on July 1.
  • General manager Stan Bowman said he takes McDavid at his word and is not pressing for a deal, while Leon Draisaitl expressed confidence and is giving his captain space.
  • Pierre LeBrun reported several clubs, notably the Maple Leafs, are tracking the situation and weighing whether to keep funds available for summer 2026.
  • Utah GM Bill Armstrong said goaltender Connor Ingram will skip Mammoth camp and be placed on waivers to find a new opportunity.
  • Around personnel moves, David Alter reported Mark Giordano is poised to join Toronto in an executive role pending an announcement, and Kyle Dubas said Pittsburgh is not pursuing Carter Hart as insiders point to Carolina as a leading suitor.