The NHL and NHLPA have revised salary cap projections due to a significant recovery in hockey-related revenue post-pandemic. The cap, currently at $88 million, is expected to rise by $7.5 million to $95.5 million next season, with additional increases of $8.5 million and $9.5 million in subsequent years, projected to reach $113.5 million by the 2027-28 season. This increase presents strategic opportunities for teams like the Washington Capitals, who are entering a competitive phase and have crucial contract decisions to make in the near future.
The current salary cap, set at $88 million, will see an increase to $95.5 million next year, thanks to a dramatic recovery in hockey-related revenue.
With upcoming increases of $8.5 million and $9.5 million for the following seasons, the salary cap is projected to reach $113.5 million by 2027-28.
Washington Capitals, with a significant amount of cap room, could strategically time their roster moves as they enter a new Cup-contending phase.
The Caps have two key players, Jakob Chychrun and Charlie Lindgren, who are still without contracts, making this cap increase critical for their extension negotiations.
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