NHL reportedly informs teams of 2026-27 salary cap details, including maximum player salary
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NHL reportedly informs teams of 2026-27 salary cap details, including maximum player salary
"The NHL has officially notified teams that the salary cap floor for the 2026-27 season will be $76.9 million, while the ceiling will be $104 million, marking an increase from the previous season."
"The maximum salary a player can earn next season is set at $20.8 million, with the top five highest-paid players including Kirill Kaprizov and Leon Draisaitl."
"The Washington Capitals are preparing for free agency with eight notable free agents and over $36 million in available cap space."
The NHL has confirmed the salary cap details for the 2026-27 season, with a floor of $76.9 million and a ceiling of $104 million. This represents an increase of $8.5 million from the previous season. The maximum salary a player can earn next season is $20.8 million. The top five highest-paid players include Kirill Kaprizov at $17 million and Leon Draisaitl at $14 million. The Washington Capitals have eight notable free agents and over $36 million in cap space heading into free agency.
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