I hate the Oilers as much as any Flames fan, but any way you look at it this is a great signing. McDavid is worth every cent of whatever amount he signs for, and there isn't a team in the league who wouldn't have given him whatever it takes to sign.
The real test is what they do with the remainder of funds left under the salary cap after McDavid. That's where we'll really see what sort of GM they have. Can Chiapet get enough quality players with the money he has left, because any underperforming player contracts get magnified when every penny counts.
Pittsburgh seems to manage with 2 superstars in Crosby and Malkin, then getting good value out of the rest of the roster. Can Edmonton do similar with McJesus and Draisatl? Should be interesting to watch at least. I've no problem with McJesus, it's just the rest that's up for debate now.
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