The Edmonton Oilers are exploring every option to accelerate Connor McDavid‘s extension. Perhaps signing a bona fide number one goaltender is the best solution to the ongoing drama. However, new reports around the NHL indicate one strong candidate is now off the table.

Opinions may differ on Carter Hart and whether signing him is the right decision after all that’s transpired this summer. Regardless, the former Philadelphia Flyers goaltender has been cleared to sign with a new team after October 15. On that note, it’s no wonder McDavid and the Oilers naturally emerge as frontrunners for the 27-year-old netminder.

Born in Sherwood Park, Alberta, just on the outskirts of Edmonton, playing for the Oilers and along the best player in the NHL would’ve been a dream come true for Hart. However,

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