The Edmonton Oilers have signed Leon Draisaitl to a record-breaking contract.
This new deal is for eight years and totals $112 million, starting in the 2025-26 season. With an average annual value of $14 million, it’s the highest in NHL history, surpassing Auston Matthews’ $13.25 million. Connor McDavid’s current cap hit is $12.5 million, but he might get an even bigger contract when his current one ends after the 2025-26 season.
Draisaitl has shown he’s worth every penny of this mega contract. Since his breakout in 2015-16, he has become one of the top offensive players in the league .
Draisaitl’s Impressive Stats:
From the 2018-19 season onward, Draisaitl ranks near or at the top in various offensive categories:
– Goals: 272 (2nd)
– Assists: 371 (3rd)
– Points: 643 (2nd)
– Power Play Goals: 124 (1st)
– Power Play Points: 247 (2nd)
His power play goals are particularly impressive; he scored 40 more than Steven Stamkos, who is next on that list. Draisaitl’s knack for scoring from tough angles makes him a formidable presence during power plays.
Fans might think this news means big things for Edmonton’s future .
After coming close to winning the Stanley Cup in the 2023-24 season but losing to Florida Panthers in Game 7, Draisaitl and the Oilers are more determined than ever. He had an impressive playoff run with ten goals and twenty-one assists.
Since then, they’ve added players like Jeff Skinner and Viktor Arvidsson to strengthen their roster further. With these additions and Draisaitl leading them forward, they’re gearing up for another shot at glory.
What do you think about this new deal?
