Connor McDavid's two year deal is a game changer for the Edmonton Oilers. Consensus best player in the world Connor McDavid voluntarily took less money in his two year deal and puts the onus to win on the organization with a defined timeline. Host Nick Zararis breaks down the implications of McDavid's decision to take less money and a shorter term and explores how this reshapes the Oilers' future as well as NHL salary negotiations. The discussion covers McDavid's loyalty as well as the pressure shifting towards the front office as well as ripple effects across the league. 

5:09 McDavid's loyalty and team-first approach 

10:46 Implications of McDavid's two-year deal 

16:56 McDavid's value on open market 

22:34 Impact on NHL salary landscape 

28:40 Outro: McDavid locked in for 3 seasons 

Shocker: Connor McDavid takes a pay cut to keep Edmonton Oilers contenders

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