Excitement fills Rogers Place as Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid announces, I’m not going anywhere. He is set to return for the 2025-26 season after making the bold decision. Coach Kris Knoblauch has promised to make him…
Excitement fills Rogers Place as Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid makes a stunning announcement that has fans across the city — and the league — buzzing with joy. “I’m not going anywhere,” McDavid declared during a surprise press conference, officially confirming that he will return for the 2025-26 NHL season in the blue and orange. In an era where superstar loyalty is increasingly rare, this bold decision is already being hailed as a legacy-defining moment for the franchise.
McDavid’s announcement sparked immediate cheers from the crowd gathered at Rogers Place, many of whom had anxiously speculated about his future following another electrifying but ultimately heartbreaking playoff run. The 28-year-old captain has been the face of the franchise for nearly a decade, and his commitment to staying in Edmonton signals not just unfinished business — but a belief that the Stanley Cup can still be hoisted on Alberta ice.
Head coach Kris Knoblauch, who took over midway through the 2023-24 season and helped reignite the team’s playoff push, had high praise for McDavid and his leadership. “Connor is more than just the best player in the world — he’s the heartbeat of this team. We’re going to make sure he has the support and structure he needs to thrive. He’ll be a central piece, and we’re going to build the right system around him.”
The Oilers organization has also hinted at major off-season moves to strengthen the roster around McDavid, including a renewed focus on defensive depth and goaltending consistency — two areas that have hampered deep playoff runs in recent years. With Leon Draisaitl also potentially re-signing, Edmonton is poised to keep its superstar core intact.
For McDavid, the choice to stay wasn’t just about hockey. “This city has given me everything,” he said. “The fans, the organization, my teammates — I want to win here. I believe we can win here.”
As the 2025-26 season approaches, anticipation is at a fever pitch. Season ticket sales are already surging, and the city is rallying behind its captain with renewed hope. McDavid staying in Edmonton is more than a contract decision — it’s a commitment to legacy, to loyalty, and to finally bringing a championship back to one of hockey’s most passionate markets.