NHL Insider Predicts Connor McDavid Shafts the Oilers in a Sign-and-Trade Deal

Sportsnet insider Frank Seravalli predicted that Connor McDavid will not sign a contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers next summer and will play out the 2027-28 season elsewhere. Seravalli suggested McDavid will avoid a blockbuster trade to prevent weakening his destination team, instead predicting a potential sign-and-trade deal for his rights or an outright departure via free agency.

The article compares the potential scenario to Mitch Marner's sign-and-trade deal from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Vegas Golden Knights in July 2025. While McDavid is currently on a two-year extension carrying a $12.5 million annual average value, the piece notes he has not publicly indicated any desire to leave Edmonton.