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Elliotte Friedman hints at source of Connor McDavid’s contract frustration

Friedman suggested that McDavid’s frustration is tied directly to losing back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals.

Connor McDavid and Bill Daly | Codie McLachlan/GettyImages

Connor McDavid’s next contract may become one of the most complicated negotiations in recent NHL history. According to Eliotte Friedman, the Edmonton Oilers captain is determined to strike a balance between keeping his team competitive and meeting expectations from the NHL Players’ Association.

Reports indicate that McDavid may not sign an extension before the start of the regular season, a possibility that has left Oilers fans uneasy.