Base Salary And Bonuses

Connor McDavid Salary: Breaking Down His Earnings

Connor McDavid: NHL's Highest-Paid Player

Base Salary and Bonuses

In the 2024-25 season, Connor McDavid will earn a base salary of $3,000,000 and a hefty $7,000,000 signing bonus. This brings his total salary, before escrow, to an impressive $14.5 million.

Cap Hit

While McDavid's salary is astronomical, his cap hit is set at $12,500,000 for the 2024-25 season. This means that the Edmonton Oilers will have only his cap hit counted against their salary cap, not his full salary.

Net Worth

As of February 2024, Connor McDavid's net worth is estimated to be around $30 million. This includes earnings from his NHL salary, endorsements, and other investments.

Comparison to Erik Karlsson

McDavid's salary makes him the highest-paid player in the NHL, surpassing Erik Karlsson. Karlsson is set to earn $11.5 million in 2024-25, making him the second-highest-paid player in the league.

Long-Term Contract

McDavid signed an eight-year contract worth $100 million back in 2017. During this season, he will earn $1 million in base salary and a $11 million signing bonus, which is part of this long-term deal.