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Oilers, Connor McDavid Target Extension Push After Canada Camp

Team officials express confidence in a swift resolution ahead of training camp.

May 29, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) reacts after scoring a goal against the Dallas Stars during the second period in game five of the Western Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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May 29, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) reacts after scoring a goal against the Dallas Stars during the second period 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

  • Elliotte Friedman says discussions are expected to ramp up after Team Canada’s orientation camp in Calgary from Aug. 26–28, with a deal possible before camp opens.
  • Edmonton’s training camp is scheduled to begin Sept. 8 in Sherwood Park, creating a tight early‑September window to finalize terms.
  • Oilers CEO Jeff Jackson voiced confidence that an agreement will be reached, describing it as unlike a typical negotiation.
  • GM Stan Bowman said talks with agent Judd Moldaver have been ongoing and that he was very encouraged by their early conversations.
  • McDavid has been extension‑eligible since July 1 and remains unsigned, with insiders projecting a short‑term, high‑AAV deal around $16–$17.5 million per year, which has not been confirmed.