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Oilers GM Calms McDavid Fears Amid Trade Surprises

8/1/2025

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The Edmonton Oilers' GM eased worries about Connor McDavid's contract, while Nick Robertson stands as the lone unsigned RFA awaiting arbitration. In a surprising trade deadline move, the Pittsburgh Pirates made headlines, and Bo Horvat lightened the mood by texting a retired teammate. Meanwhile, small towns in Pennsylvania face tough times, with tourism funding failing to save struggling businesses.

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The Edmonton Oilers' GM eased worries about Connor McDavid's contract, while Nick Robertson stands as the lone unsigned RFA awaiting arbitration. In a surprising trade deadline move, the Pittsburgh Pirates made headlines, and Bo Horvat lightened the mood by texting a retired teammate. Meanwhile, small towns in Pennsylvania face tough times, with tourism funding failing to save struggling businesses.