SPORTS TALK: McDavid is running out of time in Edmonton

By Greg Buchanan

As the Edmonton Oilers battle the Dallas Stars in the Western Conference Final, its pretty clear Oilers' superstar Connor McDavid needs to win now, as the window to win is closing. He's been one of the best players if not the best in the game.

But are the Oilers the best team with McDavid in their lineup? This is a tough time to win. I still don't think they're the best team left in the Stanley Cup playoffs. I think Dallas is better than them. I think Florida is better than them. I think the Rangers are deeper than them.

Nevertheless, McDavid is running out of time in Edmonton. So, if Connor doesn't win this year, it's not the end of the world. But that window is definitely closing for his opportunity to win a Stanley Cup in Edmonton. It's got to happen sooner than later.

With Leon Draisaitl set to become a free agent after the next season and Connor McDavid the season after that, the window is certainly closing in Edmonton.

Key players like Evan Bouchard and Stuart Skinner will also need new contracts in 2026. With those contracts up soon, the Oilers may face tough roster decisions. That's why it seems that Subban is right to point out that the time to win is now.

But, saying all that, anything can happen and usually does in the NHL playoffs, so we can all sit back and enjoy the ride. The Oilers, let’s hope, have more excitement to come.