NHL Contracts

The National Hockey League (NHL) operates under a distinct system for NHL contracts, fundamentally influenced by its salary cap structure. This cap, which is a limit on the amount a team can spend on player salaries, ensures competitive balance and financial sustainability across the league.

NHL contracts are diverse, ranging from entry-level contracts for young players to more complex deals for veterans, including bonuses, no-trade clauses, and varying term lengths.

The salary cap, determined annually, takes into account the league’s revenue and other economic factors, and its intricacies affect team strategies in player recruitment and retention.

Understanding these contracts is crucial for grasping the dynamics of team building in the NHL.

For detailed information on the NHL salary cap, including its current level and its impact on player contracts and team strategies, you can browse our website which provides in-depth analysis.

Additionally, the NHL TV schedules, detail when and where to watch games, including information on national and regional broadcasts.

NHL Contracts

Al Montoya

Al Montoya sign two-year contract extension with Habs

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The Montreal Canadiens and goaltender Al Montoya have agreed to a two-year contract extension. The 31-year-old is in his first season with the Canadiens and...
Cal Clutterbuck

Cal Clutterbuck signs 5-year, $17.5M extension

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Cal Clutterbuck has agreed to terms on a five-year, $17.5 million contract extension with the New York Islanders. Clutterbuck has two goals and seven assists...
Matt Murray

Penguins extend Matt Murray on 3-year, $11.25M deal

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Pittsburgh Penguins extend Matt Murray on 3-year, $11.25M deal, will Fleury be dealt? The Pittsburgh Penguins have extended goaltender Matt Murray through the 2019-20 season. Murray...
Ryan Strome

NHL News: Valeri Nichushkin, Ryan Strome

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Dallas Stars Valeri Nichushkin signs two-year KHL deal TSN.ca: Dallas Stars restricted free agent Valeri Nichushkin is headed home. Nichushkin signed a two-year deal with CSKA...
Auston Matthews Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs sign Auston Matthews to 3-year entry-level contract

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed first overall pick Auston Matthews to a three-year, entry level contract. Matthews contract includes the maximum amount for...
Kyle Palmieri

Kyle Palmieri signs five-year, $23.25 million contract

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The New Jersey Devils have re-signed leading scorer Kyle Palmieri to a five-year, $23.25 million contract. The contract has an average annual value of...
Zack Kassian

Zack Kassian signs one-year contract with Oilers

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The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Zack Kassian to a one-year contract for $1.5 million. Kassian, 25, appeared in 36 games with the Oilers last...
Cam Talbot

Cam Talbot signs 3-year contract extension with Oilers

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Edmonton Oilers sign Cam Talbot to three-year extension The Edmonton Oilers signed goalie Cam Talbot to a three-year contract extension. The deal is worth $12.5 million...

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