Overview

• Connor McDavid enters the final season of his eight-year, US$100 million contract and becomes extension-eligible on July 1.
• He emphasized that winning a Stanley Cup takes priority over setting a timeline for a new deal.
• Leon Draisaitl’s recently signed eight-year, US$112 million extension leaves McDavid as Edmonton’s top cap focus this summer.
• NHL insider projections suggest McDavid’s next contract could span five years with an average annual value around US$15.5–16 million.
• Should he remain unsigned in 2026, the Toronto Maple Leafs are widely viewed as the leading potential suitor.