HockeyCore
Last Updated: July 2025 2024–25 NHL Season — Cap figures, contract values & team payrolls current as of latest available data
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2024–25 Season · Current Data

NHL
Salaries
by Team & Year

Every dollar, every deal. Cap hits, contract lengths, and total team payroll across all 32 NHL franchises.

$88.0M
2024–25 Salary Cap
32
NHL Franchises
750+
Active Contracts
$3.1B
Total League Payroll
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Team Salary Breakdown

Boston Bruins Payroll: $82.4M 2024–25
Cap Space Used: 93.6% of $88.0M
PlayerPosCap HitLengthExpires
David PastrnakRW$11.250M8 yr2032
Charlie McAvoyD$9.500M8 yr2031
Brad MarchandLW$6.125M8 yr2026
Jeremy Swayman ExtensionG$8.500M8 yr2033
Morgan GeekieC$2.750M3 yr2027
Colorado Avalanche Payroll: $87.2M 2024–25
Cap Space Used: 99.1% of $88.0M
PlayerPosCap HitLengthExpires
Nathan MacKinnonC$12.600M9 yr2031
Cale MakarD$9.000M6 yr2027
Mikko Rantanen New DealRW$9.250M5 yr2025
Gabriel LandeskogLW$7.000M8 yr2028
Alexandar GeorgievG$3.400M3 yr2026
Edmonton Oilers Payroll: $86.6M 2024–25
Cap Space Used: 98.4% of $88.0M
PlayerPosCap HitLengthExpires
Connor McDavidC$12.500M8 yr2026
Leon DraisaitlC$8.500M8 yr2025
Zach HymanLW$5.500M7 yr2029
Evan Bouchard ExtensionD$7.500M8 yr2033
Stuart SkinnerG$2.600M3 yr2027

Showing sample of 3 teams. Full 32-team data available when filtered by season. Explore player statistics for performance context.

All salary figures reflect the 2024–25 NHL season. Salary cap ceiling: $88.0M. Data includes active rosters, LTIR placements, and recent extensions.

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Cap Space
Analysis

The NHL's flat-cap era demands precise roster construction. Understanding cap space, LTIR, and buried contracts separates contenders from pretenders.

  • League-wide cap: $88.0M for 2024–25
  • LTIR relief can exceed the cap ceiling
  • Retained salary counted against original team
  • Entry-level deals capped at $925K base
  • 8-year max term for UFA signings

Notable Contracts

Illustration of a star player representing a major contract signing
Connor McDavid
Edmonton Oilers · C
$12.500M
8 yr · AAV · Expires 2026
Nathan MacKinnon
Colorado Avalanche · C
$12.600M
9 yr · AAV · Expires 2031
David Pastrnak
Boston Bruins · RW
$11.250M
8 yr · AAV · Expires 2032
Auston Matthews
Toronto Maple Leafs · C
$13.250M
4 yr · AAV · Expires 2028 2024 Signing
Highest AAV by Position
C — Auston Matthews$13.25M
RW — David Pastrnak$11.25M
D — Erik Karlsson$11.50M
LW — Artemi Panarin$11.64M
G — Connor Hellebuyck$8.50M

See full player stats and historical records.

Frequently asked questions

What is the NHL salary cap for the 2024–25 season?
The NHL salary cap for the 2024–25 season is set at $88.0 million per team. HockeyCore tracks how each of the 32 franchises uses this cap, including cap space remaining and the percentage of the ceiling consumed by each team's active roster.
Which player has the highest cap hit in the NHL according to HockeyCore's data?
According to HockeyCore's 2024–25 data, Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs carries the highest cap hit among all players, with an AAV of $13.25 million. His contract runs for 4 years and expires in 2028, making him the top earner at the center position league-wide.
How much is the total NHL payroll across all 32 teams for 2024–25?
HockeyCore reports that the total league-wide payroll across all 32 NHL franchises for the 2024–25 season exceeds $3.1 billion, covering more than 750 active contracts. This figure reflects the cumulative cap hits of every player currently under an NHL deal.
What are the rules around entry-level contracts and maximum contract length in the NHL?
According to HockeyCore's cap space analysis, NHL entry-level contracts are capped at a $925,000 base salary. For unrestricted free agent signings, the maximum allowable contract term is 8 years. These rules are key factors teams must manage when constructing rosters under the flat salary cap.
Which team is closest to the salary cap ceiling among the teams shown on HockeyCore?
Among the three teams featured in HockeyCore's sample data, the Colorado Avalanche are closest to the $88.0 million cap ceiling, with a payroll of $87.2 million consuming 99.1% of available cap space. Nathan MacKinnon's $12.6 million AAV is the largest single contract on their roster.
Can a team exceed the NHL salary cap using LTIR?
Yes, according to HockeyCore's cap space analysis, Long-Term Injured Reserve (LTIR) relief can allow a team to exceed the standard $88.0 million salary cap ceiling. This mechanism provides teams with cap relief when players are placed on LTIR, helping manage rosters around significant injuries.

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