The NHL regular season is just a few days away and Connor McDavid remains without a contract and today Stan Bowman gave an update on extension talks. As talks continue between McDavid and the organization speculation continues to grow regarding McDavid's future and whether he will return to Edmonton. Earlier in training camp, GM Stan Bowman admitted the two sides were in early discussions regarding a contract extension. Many reports indicated the two sides were waiting on Kirill Kaprizov of the Minnesota Wild to sign his extension. Now, with Kaprizov's deal signed, Bowman has given an update on where things are at between the two sides and if progress has been made on a deal. <h3>Stan Bowman Provides an Update on Extension Talks With Connor McDavid</h3> During a recent press conference, Bowman was directly asked about the progress in talks between the Oilers and McDavid. Bowman led by confirming talks are positive between the two sides and speaking about McDavid's focus and determination to succeed on the ice this season. Very positive conversations, all of them have been. I can't add perspective from what's on their side, I can just say we're ready and excited to have Connor here, and he looks excellent. I think we looked in rare form the other night, which is good to see him and Leon finding some chemistry with Freddie. That was nice to see. He then admitted that the process is out of the organizations control still at this point as McDavid and his agent weigh their options. There's certain things that are in your control and out of your control. So we're just focused on not getting way ahead of ourselves. That type of question is way down the road. So now all we're focused on is right now and the next couple of days here, getting ready for the start of the season and continuing our dialogue with Connor and Judd, and we're going to keep doing that. Despite the lack of control in this situation everything still seems to be trending toward McDavid signing an extension. However, if things go poorly on the ice to start the year that conversation could quickly change. As more details are provided on McDavid's situation we will pass along the latest details to you.