"That never came to fruition, however, as the summer months dragged on without a contract signed, and that continues to be the same past the midway point of September. Though McDavid has stated countlessly that he wants to win in Edmonton, he has also made reference to the team being a Stanley Cup contender in 2025-26. He's made no indication about the state of the organization afterward, giving some reason to believe he may be questioning the Oilers' long-term future."
"Training camps got underway on Thursday, and Connor McDavid is still without a contract extension in place. He does remain locked up through the 2025-26 season, but, as of now, is set to be an unrestricted free agent next July. This was a deal that most believed would be done shortly after the Oilers were eliminated by the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final. That never came to fruition, however,"
Training camps have begun while Connor McDavid remains unsigned beyond the 2025-26 season, making him set to become an unrestricted free agent next July. A prompt extension was expected after the Oilers' Stanley Cup Final appearance, but summer negotiations yielded no contract. McDavid has affirmed a desire to win in Edmonton but referenced the team as a 2025-26 Cup contender and offered no commitments beyond that season, which raises questions about his long-term plans. The lack of progress has spawned speculation about potential destinations if he leaves, with Toronto presented as a primary possibility given personal ties and cap movement.
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