The Edmonton Oilers are deep in negotiations with Leon Draisaitl for a contract extension, but it hasn't been a smooth process. Talks have been ongoing, but there's reportedly a snag as both sides haven't quite agreed on his new salary. Reportedly, the current asking price is around $14 million per year over 8 years. On topic of extensions, #Oilers have continued talks with Leon Draisaitl. Things are a little bumpy, as the team and his agent have a bit of a different opinion on how much he should be paid. I've heard the current price is tag is 8x14M. #NHL <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/rogerhicksnhl/status/1813792774728409491'><div style='border:1px solid #CCCCCC;border-radius:10px;padding:20px;width:300px;'>Loading from Twitter ...</div></a></blockquote></div> Speculation about Draisaitl's future has been swirling since the Oilers 2-1 Game 7 loss in the Stanley Cup Final to the Florida Panthers. With just one year left on his current contract, fans are eagerly awaiting news of a possible extension this summer. Leon Draisaitl reflects on a memorable season in Oil Country. 🧡💙 <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/sportsnet/status/1813659230651740623'><div style='border:1px solid #CCCCCC;border-radius:10px;padding:20px;width:300px;'>Loading from Twitter ...</div></a></blockquote></div> Despite rumors suggesting other teams might tempt him away, it appears Draisaitl will remain in Edmonton. The sides haven't come to an agreement yet but seem determined to do so. Leon Draisaitl wants to take some time to see how things play out regarding contract talks. <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/jayonsc/status/1806140409401221438'><div style='border:1px solid #CCCCCC;border-radius:10px;padding:20px;width:300px;'>Loading from Twitter ...</div></a></blockquote></div> Unlike Auston Matthews, who signed a shorter deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs, albeit with a $13.25 million AAV. Draisaitl, 28, seems poised for a longer commitment, potentially anchoring the Oilers well into his 30s.