Just before the Oilers hired Stan Bowman, Jeff Jackson made some comments that are now extremely interesting in wake of the Draisaitl extension. Jackson says the two are the closest friends and confidants with a strong belief that they can win together.
With the news coming today then that Leon Draisaitl is signed long-term, everyone in the hockey world knows that it's a harbinger of Connor McDavid being extended next offseason. With their core players locked up long term, the Oilers will be contending for the Stanley Cup every season as long as Connor and Leon are in their prime.
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3 SEPTEMBRE | 518 ANSWERS Connor McDavid's former agent reveals plans for next contract Do you think Connor McDavid will sign a long term deal with the Oilers next summer? | ||
Yes | 461 | 89 % |
No | 50 | 9.7 % |
See Results | 7 | 1.4 % |
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