The NHL has always been surprising to its audience, with contract extensions and trades. The post With Millions in Air, Connor McDavid Might Re-Sign With Edmonton Oilers for This Reason appeared first on EssentiallySports.

This fall, the Oilers played centres Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl an average of 22 minutes per game from October through December. It was a slight increase in usage compared to the same period in the previous season. That’s a lot of hockey, which brings worry over fatigue and lower performance levels as the team chugs toward the postseason.

People have been up in arms since the NHL Department of Player Safety decided to suspend Edmonton Oiler superstar Connor McDavid for three games. McDavid will s

The Edmonton Oilers expressed frustration over the NHL’s decision to suspend Connor McDavid for three games following his cross-check to the head of Vancouver Canucks forward Conor Garland, releasing a public statement before Tuesday's game against the Washington Capitals.

Connor McDavid scored in his return from a three-game suspension as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the visiting Seattle Kraken 4-2 Monday night.

UPDATE 3: The Oilers have now released an official statement regarding the news of Connor McDavid's 3 game suspension, explaining that they are 'disappointed' in the NHL's decision and that they share in their fans' frustration over the ruling.

With 32 teams and seemingly infinite storylines, it’s hard to keep track of all the weekly goings on during the NHL season. That’s why I’m here to help.