When it comes to Stanley Cup contenders, the Edmonton Oilers are still among the top favorites, making them a go-destination for free agents and players being moved at the NHL trade deadline.

The Maple Leafs, meanwhile, are positioned to be aggressive if McDavid tests free agency. Following Mitch Marner’s departure to the Vegas Golden Knights, Toronto has both the cap flexibility and the motivation to chase a marquee name.

Is it in the best interest of the Toronto Maple Leafs for them to wait for hometown hero Connor McDavid to hit free agency?

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NHL insider Chris Johnston believes the league could soon see more superstar movement than in recent history, with big names like Connor McDavid, Quinn Hughes, Kirill Kaprizov and Sidney Crosby all ti

The Edmonton Oilers reportedly tried to land a new teammate for Connor McDavid, but to no avail as Auston Matthews' Toronto Maple Leafs remain in pole position.

Though he could still re-sign with the Edmonton Oilers, these four teams make sense as a fit for Connor McDavid should he leave.