The Edmonton Oilers re-signed forward Leon Draisaitl to a long-lasting extension today, however reports are emerging that the offer had actually been provided for a long time. The agreement is relatively uncomplicated, other than for a couple of monetary information, consisting of the majority of the agreement being paid in finalizing rewards. Essentially, the Oilers might have revealed this offer previously, however they didn’t, and for great factor.

Reports are that the Oilers and Draisaitl waited.

NHL expert Andy Strickland kept in mind on Twitter Tuesday, “The contract was between Draisaitl and the Oilers was agreed to late last week but in light of the recent tragedy and with respect to all involved a decision was made to release the news today…rightfully so.”

In other words, following Gaudreau’s death, the Oilers picked not to eclipse the sense of loss by making a relevant, commonly favorable statement. They acknowledged that fans in Calgary and throughout the NHL required time to process their feelings. The Oilers comprehended this and didn’t wish to move attention far from a more substantial minute.

Very Classy Move By the Oilers and Draisaitl

It was a little thing, however likewise a considerate thing for the Oilers and Draisaitl to wait to reveal the extension.

In Calgary, where the Flames held a vigil today and fans have actually been flooding the arena with mementos, and souvenirs in homage, it has actually been a psychological week. It would have been difficult to think of the Oilers—Alberta’s and the Flames’ divisional competitor—sharing such favorable news while Calgarians were still grieving Gaudreau’s departure.

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