Leon Draisaitl wants be to "an Oiler for life"

It was recently announced that Leon Draisaitl signed re-signed with the Edmonton Oilers.

The deal will carry an average annual value of $14 million for Draisaitl, who was entering the final season of his deal at a cap hit of $8.5 million, making him the highest paid modern day NHL player in history.

After signing another eight year contract extension with the Oilers, it would appear that Leon Draisaitl is remaining and Edmonton Oiler for life.

After the announcement was made final, Stan Bowman took to the stand and touched on the significance of Leon as a player, and what he means to the Oilers organization

Draisaitl has his eyes set on getting back into the post-season where hopefully he will be able to notch his first ever Stanley Cup.

source: CTV NewsLeon Draisaitl signs NHL's biggest deal, says he wants to be an 'Oiler for life'

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