Players who committed to long-term contracts in the NHL before salary inflation took off are now benefiting from their early deals, as the league’s financial landscape has shifted dramatically. With the average player salary rising significantly, those who locked in contracts years ago are now earning far less than their peers under new agreements. Many of these players, who once regretted signing early, are now enjoying financial advantages that current players can only envy. The stark contrast between old and new contracts highlights how rapidly the league’s economic tide has turned.

NHL players who took long contracts before salaries skyrocketed shake off signer’s remorse  CBS17.com