An emerging insider analysis is shedding light on what might be going through Connor McDavid’s mind as the Edmonton Oilers enter a critical offseason. While fans expected immediate discussions about a contract extension after the team's deep playoff run,

The first question hanging out there is contract length. Reports earlier in the offseason suggested McDavid may not even go for the full eight-year deal but rather a shorter four-year pact to get back to free agency when the salary cap has ballooned again.

Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman said the team will engage in contract talks with Connor McDavid whenever he's ready.