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Originally Posted by jg13
Reasons why he'd want to leave:
- Fiance would be happier in literally any other market
- More privacy in general
- Can move closer to home if he desires
- Better chance of winning / more competitive team
- Warmer weather literally anywhere
- More entertainment / fun things on days off
- Less travel
- Less media / no media clowns
- Has his pick of any city he wants to play in
- More competent management wherever he chooses to sign
- Better prospects in the pipe wherever he chooses to sign to keep his team competitive over the duration of his next contract
- Not being in Edmonton
Reasons why he might want to stay
- Single franchise legacy
- Potentially stay with his friend Draisaitl (who will more than likely leave first)
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It seems likely that if McHobo and Pissy are determined to stay together, then they will also both be leaving money on the table. I can't see any way for Edmonton to commit $30 m to just two roster spots. Under "Reasons why he'd want to leave" you could add that he will earn more money. But, then again, if Draisaitl does not commit to staying in Edmonton next year, then the Oilers would certainly be in a position to give McDavid the highest offer.
So much hinges on what happens next year with Draisaitl.