NHL Analyst Suggests Uncommon Path for Connor McDavid’s Next Contract originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Edmonton Oilers are coming off a second consecutive Stanley Cup Final loss, once again to the Florida Panthers in six games after forcing Game 7 last season.

After a second consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Finals, the Edmonton Oilers and captain Connor McDavid are headed toward the most important and prominent contract discussions in recent NHL history.

After a second straight loss in the Stanley Cup Final, Connor McDavid's future with the Edmonton Oilers has come into question. McDavid, the best player in the