NHL News: Connor McDavid might have already hinted at his final decision between Oilers and becoming a free agent

Connor McDavid will become a free agent after the 2025–2026 NHL season, and that has sparked many rumors about his future with the Edmonton Oilers. At the moment, according to various reports, contract extension talks have not yet begun.

After another painful loss in the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers, the big question is whether the Oilers will have enough in the near future to give McDavid another shot at competing for the championship.

Obviously, the possibility of Connor McDavid testing free agency has put many contenders on alert. In fact, in recent weeks, rumors have continued to grow around the Toronto Maple Leafs, although for now, that option still seems very unlikely.

Is Connor McDavid leaving Edmonton?

Connor McDavid is not leaving Edmonton, according to Gene Principe. The insider mentions that the Canadian star has already dropped several hints about his future in his messages, suggesting that the path forward is a contract extension.

“I’m really confident. One of the great questions that he answered was a message to the fans. He spoke of how difficult it’s been, but how enjoyable it’s been. He said: ‘You know, stick with us, because for all of us it’s going to pay off.’ To me, that was kind of better than, you know, I love you. To me, that was I’m saying to you and to everybody, stick with it. We got this. We’re going to get this. Continue to be patient, continue to love us and I promise you we’ll give you the love that you want with a Stanley Cup. I’m not concerned at all that Connor wouldn’t come here.”

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