However, the rumour mill has continued spinning and spinning and there is plenty of Oilers rumours and speculation right now. Although not the most definitive answer, there are over five weeks until the Oilers start their regular season, which leaves plenty of time for things to change. This is because NHL insider John Shannon has claimed that the McDavid contract will not be signed by the start of the season. Again, at this stage there has been no serious reporting that McDavid is being shopped by the Oilers, the trade speculation and rumours are all fake. Just like with the McDavid trade discussion, there is a lot of speculation with very little actual reporting done on the topic.