McDavid Takes Discount Deal + Gary Bettman Joins the Show!
Description
Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the week reacting to the big news out of Edmonton that Connor McDavid has signed to a two-year, 12.5 AAV extension. They break down the team-friendly deal, the Oilers' next steps, and how McDavid's deal impacts other extension-eligible stars. Then they discuss the Leafs' weekend roster moves, waiving Michael Pezzetta and claiming Sammy Blais and Cayden Primeau. Later, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman joins the show (27:52 ) to discuss McDavid's contract, Sportico's recent franchise evaluations, the Penguins' potential ownership sale, the league's approach to further expansion, preseason feistiness, complaints about state taxes, and much more.
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