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Connor McDavid Says Edmonton Oilers Are Average Team and Have Taken Step Back
Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid stated that the team is average with high expectations and agreed the organization has taken a step back. This follows the team's first-round playoff loss to the Anaheim Ducks. McDavid recently signed a two-year contract extension with the team.
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Connor McDavid, captain of the Edmonton Oilers, stated that the team is an average one with high expectations. He made the comments after the team's elimination from the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the first round by the Anaheim Ducks. The Oilers had reached two straight Cup Finals in previous years, losing both to the Florida Panthers.
McDavid signed a two-year, $25 million contract extension that takes effect next season. The deal is described as team-friendly and gives the organization time to demonstrate its ability to compete for the Stanley Cup.
Following the playoff loss, McDavid said the Oilers were an average team with high expectations. On Saturday, he reaffirmed that view, stating he feels the same way as he did a few days prior. McDavid also agreed with teammate Leon that the organization as a whole has taken a step back. The comments were reported by NHL.com.
The Oilers have two years under McDavid's new contract to convince him to stay long-term. However, the timeline may effectively be one year if the team does not show progress toward winning the Stanley Cup. The organization cannot allow McDavid to leave in free agency. This increases pressure on the team during his era.
