Connor McDavid among NHL's highest-paid players in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
As of September 29, 2026, Connor McDavid ranks among the NHL’s highest-paid players, earning an estimated $20.8 million this season, including endorsements. Leo Carlsson of the Anaheim Ducks tops the list, with a record $21.2 million in total income due to a new contract. Major financial shifts have allowed for a substantial increase in NHL salaries, with this year's salary cap reaching $104 million, a significant rise from previous seasons. More players are joining the list of top earners, as the financial of the league recovers post-pandemic.
- •Leo Carlsson earns $21.2 million this season
- •Salary cap rises to $104 million in 2026
- •Six new players enter the list of top earners
- •Total earnings for top 10 reach $186 million
- •NHL earnings gap remains compared to other leagues
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — The NHL’s Highest-Paid Players 2026
"After a summer of record-breaking contracts, Forbes ranks the highest-paid NHL players. See how much stars like Connor McDavid are making in salary and in endorsements.
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