With the Florida Panthers only one win away from the Stanley Cup, Oilers fans slowly turn their focus to the offseason.
Unless the Oilers manage to win four straight games against the Panthers, this year will be a bust.
After a bust, management must make tough decisions in order to improve by the start of the next season.
Fans were concerned that either Leon Draisaitl or Connor McDavid would leave the team if they don't win a Stanley Cup, but a new report soothed their fears.
Frank Seravalli announced that both Draisaitl and McDavid made it clear to the Oilers' management that they plan on staying in Edmonton long-term:
Draisaitl is set to become a free agent at the end of the 2024-25 season, and Bob Stauffer shared that the player has already started to discuss an extension with his team:
Are you surprised about Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid's decision for their futures in the Edmonton Oilers' organization?
Source: Hockey OTBDraisaitl, McDavid informed management of their future intentions with the team
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15 JUIN | 431 ANSWERS Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid both confirm their futures in Edmonton Are you surprised about Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid's decision for their futures in the Edmonton Oilers' organization? | ||
Yes | 147 | 34.1 % |
No | 284 | 65.9 % |
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