What does Connor McDavid at 8 years, $106 million mean for Edmonton Oilers?

McDavid’s long term represents a major success for Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli in turning around the franchise
Yesterday Oilers insider Ryan Rishaug of TSN tweeted, “McDavid, Draisaitl contract watch continues. I’d guess 97 to be in 13m range on an 8 year deal. We’ll see.”
Today, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet tweeted: “Further to @TSNRyanRishaug McDavid mention, hearing deal will be around $13.25 for 8 years. Big win for EDM to get that term, as opp