During a recent sit-down on the 100% Hockey Talk podcast, Oilers GM Stan Bowman addressed the reality of playing in a market like Edmonton, speaking candidly about the challenges his goaltenders face when things aren’t always going well.

It's nearly August, but the Edmonton Oilers still haven't signed Connor McDavid to a contract extension, but work is well underway.

McDavid became eligible for an extension on July 1 and will head into next season on the final year of his eight-year $100-million contract. And even with the threat of unrestricted free agency after next season looming, Bowman has let McDavid drive the bus on any extension talks.