John Tavares doesn't want to go anywhere.

The New York Islanders captain spoke to the media on Monday following the Isles elimination from playoff contention this weekend and said he hopes to sign an extension with the team this summer. Tavares also mentioned he doesn't know if he'd be willing to negotiate during next season if they can't agree on a deal over the summer months.

Tavares says he hopes to sign extension this summer. Hasn't thought about whether he'd negotiate during season if no deal. #Isles — Brian Compton (@BComptonNHL) April 10, 2017

Tavares did say there's a lot that goes into his decision, "probably a lot more than people are aware of." — Arthur Staple (@StapeNewsday) April 10, 2017

The 26-year-old will enter the final season of a six-year, $33 million contract in 2017-18. He'll be eligible to sign an extension on July 1.

Tavares, a native of Mississauga, put up 28 goals and 38 assists over 77 games with the Isles this season. He missed the last five games of the season due to a leg injury suffered against the New Jersey Devils on Mar. 31. On Monday, Tavares said he might have been able to return to action for Game 3 or 4 of the opening round.

Tavares said he was hopeful to be back for Game 3 or 4 if #Isles made playoffs. 3-5 week timeline for his injury. — Arthur Staple (@StapeNewsday) April 10, 2017

Selected first overall in the 2009 Entry Draft, Tavares has spent his entire eight-year career with New York.

The Islanders will miss the playoffs for the first time in two years this season.