BOMBSHELL: Connor McDavid's TWO-YEAR ULTIMATUM Rocks Oilers | Panthers & Lightning Breakout In Brawl

Connor McDavid's latest contract move sends shockwaves through the NHL. The Edmonton Oilers superstar inked a short-term extension worth $12.5 million annually, leaving fans and analysts buzzing about his future. Dive into the implications of McDavid's decision, including the Oilers' razor-thin salary cap situation and the potential for a historic free agency frenzy. The hosts break down a wild preseason brawl between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers, dissecting the 322 combined penalty minutes and subsequent league discipline. Explore the exciting crop of rookies making NHL opening night rosters, with a focus on 2025 draft standouts like Matthew Schaefer and Michael Misa. Get insights on the "nine-game rule" and which young guns might stick around for the full season. The episode wraps up with a look at early Calder Trophy odds, highlighting potential breakout stars. Tune in for expert analysis on these pivotal NHL storylines and how they'll shape the upcoming season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/lockedon right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.