The 10 Worst Contracts Haunting NHL Rosters in 2026-27

Every summer, a handful of front offices wake up to the harsh reality that they've locked themselves into deals that will haunt them for years. This offseason is no exception, with several teams carrying albatrosses on their salary caps that could define their competitive windows. We've identified the ten most painful contracts currently on the books, and some of them might surprise you with how badly they've aged.