Mark Stone is a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger who is currently serving as the captain of the Vegas Golden Knights in the National Hockey League. He was selected by the Ottawa Senators in the 6th round of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. During the 2014-2015 NHL season, Stone was placed among the top NHL scoring rookies, contributing 64 points. His stellar contribution earned him the nomination for the Calder Memorial Trophy.
He started his hockey career with the Winnipeg Thrashers in Manitoba Midget ÁAA'Hockey League. Stone won the Telus Cup in 2008 with them as the top scorer and transitioned to the major junior level with the Brandon Wheat Kings in the Western Hockey League. He played four seasons in the WHL and his highest scoring season was the 2011-12 season where he scored 41 goals and 123 points with the Wheat Kings.
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Mark Stone contract breakdown
The total value of all his contracts is $96,550,000. Stone's current eight-year contract with the Vegas Golden Knights is worth $76,000,000 with a cap hit of $9,500,000. In his 13-season career, Stone has collected 533 points in 607 regular season games and 74 points in 95 playoff games. He will be an unrestricted free agent after the 2026-2027 season.
| Year | Cap Hit | League Cap | Cash | Cumulative Cash |
| 2019-20 | $9,500,000 | $12,000,000 | $12,000,000 | $12,000,000 |
| 2020-21 | $9,500,000 | $8,000,000 | $8,000,000 | $20,000,000 |
| 2021-22 | $9,500,000 | $12,000,000 | $12,000,000 | $32,000,000 |
| 2022-23 | $9,500,000 | $8,000,000 | $8,000,000 | $40,000,000 |
| 2023-24 | $9,500,000 | $11,000,000 | $11,000,000 | $51,000,000 |
| 2024-25 | $9,500,000 | $11,000,000 | $11,000,000 | $62,000,000 |
| 2025-26 | $9,500,000 | $8,000,000 | $8,000,000 | $70,000,000 |
| 2026-27 | $9,500,000 | $6,000,000 | $6,000,000 | $76,000,000 |
| 2027-28 | UFA | - | - | - |
Mark Stone salary
Mark Stone is set to earn a salary $6,000,000 and a signing bonus of $5,000,000 while carrying a cap hit of $9,500,000 for the 2024-2025 season.
Mark Stone contract clauses
Mark Stone signed an 8-year, $76,000,000 contract with the Vegas Golden Knights, which includes a $48,000,000 signing bonus. The deal guarantees him an average annual salary of $9,500,000. In the 2024-25 season, Stone will receive a base salary of $6,000,000 along with a $5,000,000 signing bonus, maintaining a cap hit of $9,500,000 for the team.
How much is Mark Stone's contract guaranteed?
The entire contract is fully guaranteed, meaning Stone is assured to earn the full $76,000,000 throughout the contract. The $48,000,000 signing bonus is also guaranteed, providing him significant earnings regardless of performance or injury.
Mark Stone career earnings
The player has earned $70,200,000 over a 10-year career through 2024, playing for two teams. His yearly earnings started at $630,000 in 2013 and grew to $11,000,000 in 2023. He signed big contracts in 2019 and 2021, which increased his total earnings. By 2026, he is expected to make an additional $25,000,000, bringing his total career earnings to $95,200,000.
Mark Stone contract history
Stone was selected as 178th overall in the 6th round of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft by the Ottawa Senators and since then, he has signed four contracts in his career. Here's a table summarizing Mark Stone's contract history:
Team Signed With | Contract Terms | Signing Bonus | Guaranteed | Average Annual Salary | Free Agent |
| Vegas Golden Knights | 8 years / $76,000,000 (2019-2026, Extension - Current) | $48,000,000 | $76,000,000 | $9,500,000 | 2027 / UFA |
| Ottawa Senators | 1 year / $7,350,000 (2018-2018) | N/A | $7,350,000 | $7,350,000 | 2019 / UFA |
| Ottawa Senators | 3 years / $10,500,000 (2015-2017) | N/A | $10,500,000 | $3,500,000 | 2018 / RFA |
| Ottawa Senators | 3 years / $2,700,000 (2011-2014, Rookie) | $240,000 | $2,700,000 | $900,000 | 2015 / RFA |
FAQs
A. In 2024-25, Stone will earn a base salary of $6,000,000 and a signing bonus of $5,000,000, while carrying a cap hit of $9,500,000.
A. Yes, Mark Stone won the Stanley Cup in 2023 with the Vegas Golden Knights.
A. Mark Stone has scored two hat tricks in the playoffs ( as of 2022-23 season)
A. Mark Stone stands at 6 feet 3 inches.
A. He was drafted by the Ottawa Senators in the 2010 NHL Entry draft and was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights in 2019 and currently playing with them.
