The NHL world is still buzzing over center Connor McDavid's two-year contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers. His two-year, $25-million deal stunned most observers.

The Athletic's NHL insiders react to McDavid's two-year, $12.5 million AAV contract extension with the Oilers.

Connor McDavid gave the Oilers a hometown discount, signing a two-year, $25 million deal that keeps him in Edmonton through 2028.

TSN hockey insider Pierre LeBrun revealed the teams that were expected to heavily pursue Connor McDavid prior to extension.

That has only proved profitable for the league's best talents. Leon Draisaitl, Auston Matthews, Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid represent a who's who of hockey royalty in 2025. All four are handsomely rewarded for their services, landing double-digit average annual value (AAV) salaries.

Led by Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, the Avalanche are looking to advance past the second round for the first time since they won the Cup in 2022. The Stars, boasting one of the best and deepest forward groups in the league, need to get over the conference final hump after losing in that round for three consecutive seasons

Connor McDavid delivered a blunt statement aimed at the Edmonton Oilers’ front office after re-signing with the organization.

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid's contract uncertainty is causing significant unease within the franchise as he enters his final year. Owner Daryl Katz is reportedly "antsy" over the delay, despite no animosity.