If McDavid pushed for max money — 20 percent of the cap — that could theoretically mean a $20.8 million salary in 2026-27 and a $24.8 million salary two years further down the line.

We said last year right after Game 7 that we’d be back. And we’re back.” Connor McDavid leads the Oilers in the playoffs with 26 points (six goals, 20 assists) in 16 games.