Minnesota Wild and forward Kirill Kaprizov have agreed to a record-setting contract extension worth $136 million over eight years, ensuring his long-term stay with the franchise. The deal inevitably draws comparisons to Connor McDavid’s contractual situation with the Edmonton Oilers.

Kaprizov had previously rejected a deal for the same number of years worth $126 million. After a few days of speculation, the Russian winger and the Wild agreed on an extension $10 million higher, which carries a $17 million annual salary cap hit.

McDavid has yet to finalize his extension, and it’s a hot topic not only for the Oilers but also for other franchises eager to seize the opportunity to sign him. In this sense, Edmonton must take note of what’s happening around the league in order to make a new off

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