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Oilers to Spend $40 Million to Lock Up 3 Big Stars Early?

According to NHL insider Frank Seravalli, the Edmonton Oilers are prepared to sign Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid, and Evan Bouchard to separate long-term deals that total a combined annual salary of $40 million. Seravalli talked extensions for all three players during a conversation with Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer on Friday, essentially hinting that all three are prepared to commit to the Oilers long-term, starting with Draisaitl, who can sign on July 1.

Stauffer said during the conversation, “I will tell you this: It’s my belief that the Draisaitl camp will want the maximum. They’re not looking for the Auston Matthews four-year deal here. They’re looking at a long-term deal.” Seravalli noted that talks have already begun with Draisaitl and the hockey insider believes McDavid will follow and sign, as will Bouchard. Seravalli’s projections have McDavid at around $16 million, $14 million for Draisaitl, and $10 million for Bouchard.