Connor McDavid’s trade links with the Toronto Maple Leafs have been gaining momentum recently. (Image via Getty Images)
The possibility of Connor McDavid landing with the Toronto Maple Leafs has gained momentum after a stunning prediction puts the NHL star on a potential $20 million annual contract in the near future.
According to recent thoughts, McDavid is widely expected to become the highest-paid player in the league by the 2028-29 season.
A major poll even revealed that the Edmonton Oilers captain is the most likely candidate to reset the salary bar, with some predicting his earnings could reach $20 million per year. According to the NHL, Connor McDavid has signed a two-year, $25 million contract with the Edmonton Oilers, with an average annual value of $12.5 million, starting in the 2026-27 season.
NHL polls indicate that Connor McDavid has landed a $20 million contract with Toronto Maple Leafs
Speculation regarding Oilers star Connor McDavid continues to mount after a recent NHL agent survey predicted the NHL star could land a record $20 million annual contract, possibly with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The survey, which gathered insights from multiple player agents across the league, determined that McDavid has the greatest chance to be the most likely candidate to reset the NHL’s salary benchmark. With the league’s salary cap expected to rise significantly in the coming years, the survey indicated that a $20 million salary cap could soon become a realistic number for a player of McDavid’s caliber.
The agent also speculated that it could be either the Maple Leafs or the New York Rangers.
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Meanwhile, as the Toronto Maple Leafs plan to make major changes to their roster, a $20 million annual salary will make up a significant portion of the team’s cap space. If the team moves contract, it could mean making difficult decisions regarding current contracts and player depth, raising questions about long-term balance, despite the extra boost they would get from Connor McDavid.It’s also interesting that McDavid’s current contract structure allows him to reconsider long-term negotiations at a point where league revenues are expected to be much higher. This raises the possibility of a historic deal that could redefine NHL salary standards. But nothing has been confirmed yet regarding the contract.For now, the situation for both player and team remains hypothetical, but according to the poll, Connor McDavid’s next stage in his career will not only shape his legacy, but could also reshape the NHL’s financial landscape.
