The Arizona Coyotes have been a significant player in the NHL, especially when it comes to managing their salary cap and cap space. Understanding the intricacies of the Arizona Coyotes salary cap and how they utilize their Coyotes cap space is crucial for fans and analysts alike. This post delves into the strategies behind the cap friendly Coyotes, shedding light on the team’s financial maneuvers and its impact on their performance and future.
Arizona Coyotes Salary Cap: A Strategic Overview
The NHL imposes a salary cap to maintain a level playing field among teams, and the Arizona Coyotes have been adept at navigating these restrictions. The Arizona Coyotes salary cap strategies involve balancing high-value contracts with entry-level deals, ensuring a competitive team without exceeding the cap limit. It’s a delicate balance, requiring astute management and foresight.
Coyotes Cap Space: Maximizing Team Potential
The Coyotes cap space is a critical aspect of team management. By effectively using their cap space, the Coyotes can acquire key players during trade windows and retain their core talent. A cap friendly Coyotes approach also allows for flexibility in dealing with unexpected expenses, such as injuries or player movements.
Arizona Coyotes Salaries: The Cost of Competition
Delving into the Arizona Coyotes salaries reveals a diverse range of player contracts. From seasoned veterans to rising stars, the team’s payroll reflects a blend of experience and potential. Managing the Arizona Coyotes payroll is about finding the right mix of talent and affordability, ensuring that each dollar spent contributes to the team’s success.
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Arizona Coyotes Salary Cap – Coyotes Cap Space
| FORWARDS | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 | 2026-27 | 2027-28 | 2028-29 | TERMS | POS | AGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keller, Clayton | $7,150,000 | $7,150,000 | $7,150,000 | $7,150,000 | $7,150,000 | UFA | LW, RW | 25 | |
| Schmaltz, Nick | $5,850,000 | $5,850,000 | $5,850,000 | UFA | M-NTC | RW, C | 27 | ||
| Zucker, Jason | $5,300,000 | UFA | LW, RW | 31 | |||||
| Crouse, Lawson | $4,300,000 | $4,300,000 | $4,300,000 | $4,300,000 | UFA | LW, RW | 26 | ||
| Kerfoot, Alexander | $3,500,000 | $3,500,000 | UFA | M-NTC | LW, RW | 28 | |||
| Maccelli, Matias | $3,425,000 | $3,425,000 | $3,425,000 | RFA | LW | 22 | |||
| Bjugstad, Nick | $2,100,000 | $2,100,000 | UFA | C, RW | 31 | ||||
| Hayton, Barrett | $1,775,000 | RFA | C, LW | 23 | |||||
| Boyd, Travis | $1,750,000 | UFA | C, RW | 29 | |||||
| McBain, Jack | $1,599,999 | $1,599,999 | RFA | C, LW | 23 | ||||
| Cooley, Logan | $950,000 | $950,000 | $950,000 | RFA | ELC | C | 19 | ||
| Guenther, Dylan | $894,167 | $894,167 | RFA | ELC | RW | 20 | |||
| O’Brien, Liam | $775,000 | UFA | LW | 29 | |||||
| Carcone, Michael | $775,000 | $775,000 | UFA | LW, C | 27 | ||||
| TOTAL | $40,144,166 | $30,544,166 | $21,675,000 | $11,450,000 | $7,150,000 | 25.7 | |||
| DEFENSE | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 | 2026-27 | 2027-28 | 2028-29 | TERMS | POS | AGE |
| Dumba, Matt | $3,900,000 | UFA | RD | 29 | |||||
| Durzi, Sean | $1,700,000 | RFA | LD/RD | 24 | |||||
| Brown, Joshua | $1,275,000 | UFA | RD | 29 | |||||
| Stecher, Troy | $1,100,000 | UFA | RD | 29 | |||||
| Välimäki, Juuso | $1,000,000 | RFA | LD | 24 | |||||
| Moser, J.J. | $886,667 | RFA | ELC | LD/RD | 23 | ||||
| Söderström, Victor | $863,333 | RFA | ELC | RD | 22 | ||||
| TOTAL | $10,725,000 | 25.7 | |||||||
| GOALIES | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 | 2026-27 | 2027-28 | 2028-29 | TERMS | POS | AGE |
| Vejmelka, Karel | $2,725,000 | $2,725,000 | UFA | G | 27 | ||||
| Ingram, Connor | $1,950,000 | $1,950,000 | $1,950,000 | UFA | G | 26 | |||
| TOTAL | $4,675,000 | $4,675,000 | $1,950,000 | 26.5 | |||||
| INJURED RESERVE (4 – $22,198,810) | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 | 2026-27 | 2027-28 | 2028-29 | TERMS | POS | AGE |
| Voracek, Jakub | $8,250,000 | UFA | RW, LW | 33 | |||||
| Weber, Shea | $7,857,143 | $7,857,143 | $7,857,143 | UFA | RD | 37 | |||
| Little, Bryan | $5,291,667 | UFA | M-NTC | C, RW | 35 | ||||
| Dermott, Travis | $800,000 | UFA | LD/RD | 26 | |||||
| TOTAL | $22,198,810 | $7,857,143 | $7,857,143 | 32.8 | |||||
| DEAD CAP | |||||||||
| RETAINED SALARY (1) | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 | 2026-27 | 2027-28 | 2028-29 | |||
| Ekman-Larsson, Oliver | $20,000 | $320,000 | $650,000 | $650,000 | $290,000 | $290,000 | |||
| TOTAL | $20,000 | $320,000 | $650,000 | $650,000 | $290,000 | $290,000 | |||
| BUYOUT HISTORY (2) | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 | 2026-27 | 2027-28 | 2028-29 | |||
| Kassian, Zack | $1,666,667 | $766,667 | |||||||
| Nemeth, Patrik | $166,667 | $1,166,667 | |||||||
| TOTAL | $1,833,334 | $1,933,334 | |||||||
| ROSTER & BURIED CAP HIT | $77,742,976 | $43,076,309 | $31,482,143 | $11,450,000 | $7,150,000 | – | |||
| DEAD CAP HIT | $1,853,334 | $2,253,334 | $650,000 | $650,000 | $290,000 | $290,000 | |||
| CARRYOVER BONUS OVERAGES | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| PROJECTED CAP HIT | $79,596,310 | $45,329,643 | $32,132,143 | $12,100,000 | $7,440,000 | $290,000 | |||
| SALARY CAP | $83,500,000 | $87,500,000 | $92,000,000 | $92,000,000 | $92,000,000 | $92,000,000 | |||
| PROJECTED CAP SPACE | $3,903,690 | $42,170,357 | $59,867,857 | $79,900,000 | $84,560,000 | $91,710,000 | |||
| CURRENT CAP SPACE | $3,903,690 | – | – | – | – | – |
[…] AZCentral: Sarah McLellan recently reported Arizona Coyotes goaltender Mike Smith hasn’t considered waiving his no-trade clause to explore new possibilities with another club. Smith told McLellan he’s optimistic over his future with the Coyotes. He’s currently in the fourth season of a six-year, $34-million contract. […]