NHL Salary Cap Crisis: Quinn Hughes' Contract Talks Hit a Snag As the NHL's salary cap continues to balloon out of control, the Seattle Kraken's attempts to extend star defenseman Quinn Hughes are being complicated by the rising market. With several top-defensemen signing massive deals in recent years, Hughes' camp is seeking a contract that reflects his elite play and growing value to the team. The 25-year-old blueliner has established himself as one of the league's top defenders, but the Kraken's cap constraints may limit their ability to meet his asking price. As Hughes' current deal is set to expire after the 2024-25 season, the team and his representatives will need to navigate a complex cap situation to reach a mutually beneficial agreement.

Wild’s Quinn Hughes talks complicated by rising NHL salary market  Yahoo Sports