McDavid Weighs In on Americans Leaving Canadian Clubs
Oilers captain McDavid says he's unsure if US players want to leave Canada or just seek better title chances, citing Edmonton's contracts with Schei and Frederic.
Connor McDavid has weighed in on the recent exodus of American players from Canadian clubs, saying he does not know whether the moves reflect a wish to leave Canada or simply the search for a better chance to win.
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The Oilers captain was asked about the subject after Ottawa traded Brady Tkachuk to Florida, Quinn Hughes moved from Vancouver to Minnesota, and Connor Hellebuyck requested a trade out of Winnipeg. McDavid pointed to his own club's approach as a counterpoint, noting FC Edmonton has extended contracts with Americans Ryan Schei and Trent Frederic.
Tkachuk's departure from Ottawa has already stirred feeling in the capital: broadcaster Sid Seixeiro argued this week that the Senators should skip any tribute video when Tkachuk returns with Florida on 21 October, calling his exit a betrayal of the fans.
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