Before the official start of the 2025-26 regular season, Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers decided to send shockwaves throughout the NHL. McDavid, who was set to be a free agent next summer, agreed to terms with the Oilers on a two-year contract extension. But instead of breaking the bank, McDavid is earning $12.5 million per year, nowhere near the numbers Kirill Kaprizov or even Oilers teammate Leon Draisaitl is making on an annual basis.
The goal for McDavid is simple, he wants to win with the Oilers. He has yet to do so during his career, despite falling just short the previous two seasons.