Leon Draisaitl has set a deadline for the Edmonton Oilers to make him sign his contract

The Edmonton Oilers' star forward, seeking an 8-year deal worth $13.5 million per season, has set a date of September 19th to finalize the agreement. Leon Draisaitl doesn't want contract talks to extend into the regular season, preferring to focus solely on hockey.

The 27-year-old has been a consistent top-five player in the NHL, recording 100+ points five times and hitting the 50-goal mark three times in his current contract. This upcoming deal reflects his elite status, significantly increasing his pay from the $8.5 million he's currently earning.

Reports suggest Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid, and Evan Bouchard discussed taking less money to help the Oilers build a championship contender. As the deadline approaches, the Edmonton Oilers are working to secure Leon Draisaitl's future while maintaining the team's competitiveness.

Source: Blade of Steel
Leon Draisaitl has given the Edmonton Oilers a deadline to sign new deal

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