No team may have ever been under as much pressure as the Edmonton Oilers are right now . They have a short amount of time to prove to Connor McDavid that the best choice for his future is with their organization. If they aren't able to do that, then McDavid could be out the door when his contract expires at the end of this season. For the Oilers, the process of proving that to him could begin as soon as 2025-26 training camp, which begins next week.

The Oilers have elite skill that is the envy of the entire league, but they haven't been able to turn it into a championship. McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are easily the best one-two punch in the NHL, but the depth behind them has constantly let them down. Regardless of who's coaching, the safety blanket has always been to unite the two play

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