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

Casey DeSmith contract extensions with Pittsburgh Penguins

Casey DeSmith signs 3-year contract extension with Pens

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The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed goaltender Casey DeSmith to a three-year contract extension.  The deal begins with the 2019-20 season and runs through the 2021-22...
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Gustav Nyquist signs contract

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Restricted free agent forward Gustav Nyquist has signed a 2-year contract with The Detroit Red Wings. The deal is worth $1.9 million. The 23-year-old had three...
Keith Petruzzelli contract with Leafs

Keith Petruzzelli signs two-year, entry-level contract with the Leafs

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With all the injury troubles the Toronto Maple Leafs have been having with their goalies, they have signed goaltender Keith Petruzzelli to a two-year,...
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Chicago Blackhawks Sign Nick Foligno to a Two-Year Extension: A Strategic Move

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The Chicago Blackhawks have strategically reinforced their lineup by signing veteran forward Nick Foligno to a two-year contract extension worth $9 million. This deal...
The New Jersey Devils have locked up their #1 overall pick from the 2019 NHL Entry draft and signed Jack Hughes to an eight-year $64 million extension.

Jack Hughes signs eight-year extension with the Devils

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The New Jersey Devils have locked up their #1 overall pick from the 2019 NHL Entry draft and signed Jack Hughes to an eight-year...
John Klingberg

John Klingberg signs 1-year deal with Ducks, Nazem Kadri next?

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The Anaheim Ducks have signed defenceman John Klingberg to a 1-year, $7,000,000 deal. The contract signing and term is somewhat surprising as Klingberg had...
The LA Kings have signed forward Alex Iafallo to a four-year, $16 million contract extension.

The LA Kings sign Alex Iafallo to a 4-year contract extension

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The Los Angeles Kings announced Monday the club has signed forward Alex Iafallo to a four-year, $16 million contract extension. The 27-year-old Iafallo has 11 goals and...
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Brett Kulak signs entry-level contract

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Defenseman Brett Kulak has signed a three-year, US$2.45-million entry-level contract with the Calgary Flames. The 20-year-old native of Stony Plain, Alta., has 14 goals and...

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