Oilers GM Reveals Where Things Stand with Connor McDavid's Extension
Connor McDavid will be eligible to sign a contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers on July 1, but as of now, there has not been much movement toward a deal.
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TSN's Ryan Rishaug reported on Tuesday that Oilers general manager Stan Bowman and team executive Jeff Jackson traveled to Ontario to meet with McDavid's agent, Judd Moldaver, to open dialogue about the direction of the franchise.
Bowman confirmed on Saturday that the organization is fully prepared to negotiate but is waiting on McDavid Moldaver to initiate the process in full.
'We're very eager to (negotiate) whenever they're ready,' Bowman said. 'Connor has earned the right to choose when he wants to get into the details of it, and we're ready right now. He knows that.'
Bowman acknowledged the initial move reported by Rishaug and confirmed all communication to this point has focused on team-building, not on actual contract terms pertaining to McDavid's upcoming deal.
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'We haven't talked to him at all about his contract,' Bowman said. 'It's really just been talking to him about our team and how we can improve and what he sees and that kind of stuff.
'So, the conversations haven't even started as far as a contract.'
Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid's (97) contract negotiations have yet to begin.Perry Nelson-Imagn Images
The 28-year-old superstar and Oilers captain has one year remaining on his eight-year, $100 million contract. He's set to hit unrestricted free agency on July 1, 2026, barring a contract extension signed before that date.
McDavid addressed his future at the end of the season, saying he needs time to speak with his family and agent before deciding what's next.
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'Ultimately, I still need to do what's best for me and my family,' McDavid said. 'But of course there's unfinished business here, yeah.'
Related: Oilers Reportedly Make First Move in Connor McDavid Contract Extension Talks
Related: Oilers' Connor McDavid Reveals Main Priority Driving Major Decision
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
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