The Oilers are still looking to shed salary this offseason, with a potential Viktor Arvidsson trade coming soon.

After a second consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Finals, the Edmonton Oilers and captain Connor McDavid are headed toward the most important and prominent contract discussions in recent NHL history.

NHL Insider Shares Connor McDavid Scenario Oilers Fans Won’t Like originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Connor McDavid’s contract status has taken center stage one year before he reaches free agency, with the Edmonton Oilers virtually forced to find a way to re-sign the superstar forward before it's too late.