NHL insiders are already debating between Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid, which player will have a bigger impact for Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

While the deal may be a bargain for the world’s best player, it’s certainly not a bad one for McDavid: His $12.5 million average annual value is the largest in NHL history ever handed out on a two-year term, and he preserved career flexibility while signing it. Really, it’s a win-win — a unique deal for a unique talent.

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers agreed to a two-year contract extension with an average annual value of $12.5 million on Monday.

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid is highly anticipating Zach Hyman’s return after receiving a major injury boost.

Following the 6-3 win over the Utah Mammoth, a teammate of Connor McDavid delivered a sincere message to the Edmonton Oilers.

The speculation around Connor McDavid's future with the Edmonton Oilers can be put to rest, at least for now. McDavid has signed a two-year, $25 million contract extension with the Oilers, the team announced Monday .

Evan Bouchard and Darnell Nurse scored for Edmonton. But captain Connor McDavid’s performance against Seattle was quiet. In over 24 minutes of ice time, he had no points or shots and finished minus-one. This is concerning for the Oilers' offense.

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers have caught wind of the latest reports regarding Zach Hyman’s injury status in the 2025–26 NHL season.