TSN: That’s Hockey host Gino Reda’s notes that Connor McDavid has stated publicly that he’s happy to battle it out and grow together with the rest of his Edmonton Oilers teammates, but internally he has to be really frustrated. Pierre LeBrun on Reda’s statement.
** NHLRumors.com transcription
“Well, I think everyone is frustrated if you’re with the Oilers. You had a great year again, and you lose in a stunning fashion, but the fact of the matter is Ken Holland, veteran GM, had always circled this particular offseason as the moment where he would have more cap space than he’s had since he’s come on board three years ago.