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The offseason ended with a bang — Connor McDavid just signed a 2-year, $25 million extension with the Edmonton Oilers, and Nate and JSB are breaking down every angle. Did McDavid just put the Oilers on notice? Is this the smartest deal in hockey or a setup for the biggest free-agency sweepstakes ever? Will Edmonton’s new cap flexibility help lure more elite players north? And with McDavid off the board, who tops the 2026 free agent class now?
Plus: Opening Night previews — will Mike Sullivan spark a Rangers revival? Is Pittsburgh still a contender? Which Panther center is primed for a breakout year? Can the Leafs finally finish the job? And Nate and JSB weigh in on the wild preseason brawl that racked up 65 penalties and major fines.
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"Why Connor McDavid’s Contract Is One of the Smartest Deals in Hockey" is an episode of Energy Line with Nate and JSB. Runtime 55 min. Published October 7, 2025. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.