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Adrian Kempe Signs $85 Million Extension with Kings

11/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Adrian Kempe of the Los Angeles Kings signed an eight-year extension for $85 million.
The contract averages $10.625 million per year and runs through the 2033-34 season.
The deal was reported by ESPN's Emily Kaplan and Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.
Kempe, 29, has spent his career with the Kings and leads this season with six goals and 19 points in 19 games.

History

Historical Context

The NHL introduced a salary cap in 2005, set at $39 million per team, following a contentious lockout that canceled the entire 2004-05 season. This cap aimed to ensure competitive balance among teams and has since risen significantly, reflecting increased league revenues. Adrian Kempe's recent eight-year, $85 million contract with the Kings highlights the evolving financial landscape in professional hockey.

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Story summary

Adrian Kempe of the Los Angeles Kings signed an eight-year extension for $85 million.
The contract averages $10.625 million per year and runs through the 2033-34 season.
The deal was reported by ESPN's Emily Kaplan and Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.
Kempe, 29, has spent his career with the Kings and leads this season with six goals and 19 points in 19 games.

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