Some of the biggest contracts in league history have been signed this offseason, with the NHL record for highest-paid player being broken twice in the span of a few weeks. This has resulted in some drastic changes when it comes to the highest-paid players in the NHL, specifically starting in the 2027-28 season, when Celebrini’s contract comes into effect. Let’s take a closer look at the 15 highest-paid players when the 2027-28 season rolls around. Kirill Kaprizov briefly held the title as the highest-paid player in the NHL until Carlsson and Celebrini came around. The German superstar was the highest-paid NHL player when he initially signed this massive eight-year deal back in 2024, essentially guaranteeing he’ll be an Edmonton Oiler for life.