NHL Salary Cap Set to Soar: Macklin Celebrini's $18.8 Million Deal May Look Like a Steal In a surprising twist, the massive contract signed by forward Macklin Celebrini has already lost some of its sting, thanks to the rising salary cap in the NHL. The deal, which totals $18.8 million, was initially seen as a significant risk for the team that signed him, but the increasing cap could turn the tables in Celebrini's favor. As the league's revenue continues to grow, the salary cap is expected to rise, potentially making Celebrini's contract look like a bargain in the long run. With the cap expected to increase, teams may be willing to pay top dollar for top talent, making Celebrini's deal look like a savvy investment.

Thanks to Leo Carlsson, the sticker shock on Macklin Celebrini's new $18.8-million cap hit is already muted. But because of the rising salary cap, there's a real chance Celebrini makes it look like an outright bargain.