"The main concern for Oilers fans is solely down to McDavid not yet having any solid or progressing negotiations with the Oilers, and seems to be taking his time with the contract, potentially assuming the upcoming season could determine his ultimate decision. However, when a player doesn't sign past September 1, worry is undoubtedly bound to set in. Not signing now could be down to a number of reasons -- does he feel like he has done enough?"
"Signing an extension with Edmonton is still possible, but it seems more than likely that a shorter term is in his favour, something like a two- to three-year deal to give himself some time after the extension to consider what's next. However, a short-term, win-now option is something that most contending teams would be willing to offer McDavid, and is 100% a real possibility if he is still unsigned next summer."
Connor McDavid remains unsigned as the next NHL season approaches, creating growing uncertainty among Oilers fans about his future in Edmonton. Contract discussions have shifted from salary to term length, with signs suggesting McDavid may consider leaving next summer. The lack of progressing negotiations and the prospect of remaining unsigned past September 1 fuel concern. Potential motives include feeling he has achieved enough, doubting the team's championship prospects, or seeking a change of scenery. A likely path includes a short-term two- to three-year deal or a win-now short-term offer from contending teams, following precedents set by Bourque, Belfour, and Hull.
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