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

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Nazem Kadri signs 2-year deal

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Nazem Kadri has signed a 2-year, US$5.8-million deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs after holding out for a new contract all summer. Kadri: "Happy to be...
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Marcus Johansson signs 2-year Extension

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Marcus Johansson has re-signed with the Washington Capitals on a two-year, $4 million dollar contract. Johansson, 22, scored six goals and 16 assists in...
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Niklas Hjalmarsson signs extension

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Defenceman Niklas Hjalmarsson has signed a five-year contract extension with the Chicago Blackhawks. The deal is worth an average of $4.1 million per season. ...
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Corey Crawford signs extension

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Corey Crawford has signed a six-year contract extension worth $36 million with the Chicago Blackhawks. Crawford registered a 19-5-5 record with three shutouts, a 1.94...
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Teemu Selanne signs 1-year Deal

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Teemu Selanne, 43, is returning to the Anaheim Ducks for his 21st and final NHL season. After spending most of the summer contemplating his future,...
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Brenden Kichton signs 3-year contract

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Rookie Brenden Kichton has signed a 3-year US$1.86 million entry level contract with the Winnipeg Jets. Kichton, 21, was named the WHL's defenceman of the...
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Adam Henrique re-signs with Devils

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Adam Henrique has signed a a six-year, $24 million contract extension with the The New Jersey Devils. Henrique will enter his third NHL season after...
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Andrew Alberts re-signs with Canucks

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Andrew Alberts has re-signed with the Vancouver Canucks. Alberts, 32, appeared in 24 games in 2012-13, recording one assist, 32 penalty minutes and 39 hits. The...

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