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

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...
Vladimir Tarasenko

Vladimir Tarasenko signs 8-year extension

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Forward  Vladimir Tarasenko has signed an eight-year, $60 million deal with the St. Louis Blues. Tarasenko, 23, scored 37 goals and 36 assists for 73...

James Reimer signs 2-year contract extension

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TSN.ca: James Reimer and the Toronto Maple Leafs have agreed to a two-year contract extension, avoiding salary arbitration. In four seasons with the Maple...
Philipp Grubauer signs contract extension

NHL News: Philipp Grubauer signs 1-year contract extension

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The Washington Capitals have re-signed goaltender Philipp Grubauer to a one-year, $1.5 million contract extension. Grubauer, a restricted free-agent, posted a 13-6-2 record with a .926...
Carl Hagelin

Carl Hagelin signs 4-year contract with Anaheim

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Carl Hagelin has signed a 4-year contract with the Anaheim Ducks. Hagelin's deal carries an average annual value of $4 million. Hagelin, 26, appeared in 82...
Jesse Puljujarvi

NHL Contract: Jesse Puljujarvi, Oilers agree to a one-year, $3 million deal

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NHL trade rumors had swirled this offseason that the Edmonton Oilers were looking to trade Jesse Puljujarvi, but ultimately both sides sat down and...

Latest Contract Signings: Leafs, Red Wings, Rangers

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tsn.ca: The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Daniel Winnik to a one-year contract worth $1.3 million. Winnik, 29, scored six goals and added...
Nathan Mackinnon contract

Nathan MacKinnon contract: signs massive $100.8 million, 8-year deal

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NHL rumors started swirling last week that Nathan Mackinnon was looking to be the highest paid player in the NHL. Well his wish came true...

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