Connor McDavid has finally addressed his contract situation with Edmonton. Several reports surfaced this week suggesting that McDavid may not have a deal in place before the start of the regular season. You only have one chance to do it right,” McDavid said. Connor McDavid on contract talks with the Oilers. Oilers GM claims Connor McDavid’s contract situation is ‘different’Oilers General Manager Stan Bowman echoed a patient but cautious tone when speaking to The Athletic:“You have to approach Connor differently than anyone else because he is different than anyone else.