Quinn Hughes is a professional ice hockey defenseman playing for the Vancouver Canucks in the National Hockey League (NHL). Born on October 14, 1999, in Orlando, Florida, he was selected by the Canucks in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft. However, Hughes decided to return to college and concluded his collegiate hockey career a year later. Hughes entered the NHL by signing a three-year entry-level contract with the Vancouver Canucks, and made his NHL debut on March 28, 2019, against the Los Angeles Kings. Subsequently, Hughes was nominated for the Calder Memorial Trophy in the 2019-2020 season for his outstanding performance.
Apart from being nominated for the Calder Memorial Trophy, Hughes was named to the All-Rookie Team in 2020 and the NHL All-Star Game in 2020 and 2024. Moreover, he has received the Babe Pratt Trophy four times for his contributions to the Vancouver Canucks in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.
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Quinn Hughes' Contract Breakdown
| Year | Age | Cap Hit | Annual Cap % | League Cap | Cash | Cumulative Cash |
| 2021-22 | 22 | $7,850,000 | 9.63% | $4,000,000 | $4,000,000 | $4,000,000 |
| 2022-23 | 23 | $7,850,000 | 9.52% | $6,500,000 | $6,500,000 | $10,500,000 |
| 2023-24 | 24 | $7,850,000 | 9.40% | $8,600,000 | $8,600,000 | $19,100,000 |
| 2024-25 | 25 | $7,850,000 | 8.92% | $9,500,000 | $9,500,000 | $28,600,000 |
| 2025-26 | 26 | $7,850,000 | 8.92% | $10,250,000 | $10,250,000 | $38,850,000 |
| 2026-27 | 27 | $7,850,000 | 8.92% | $8,250,000 | $8,250,000 | $47,100,000 |
| 2027-28 | 28 | UFA | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
How much is Quinn Hughes getting paid?
Quinn Hughes is currently under a six-year contract with the Vancouver Canucks for $47,100,00 with a cap hit of $7,850,000. This contract was signed in 2021 and will run until the 2026-27 season. Hughes will earn $8,600,000 for the current season while his salary for the 2024-25 season is $9,500,000.
Quinn Hughes’ Career Earnings
Quinn Hughes has made an estimated amount of $21,164,048 as of 2024. His estimated career earnings after the completion of his contract in 2026-27 is estimated to be around $49,164,048. These earnings showcase his financial journey throughout his career as per Sportrac.
Till date, he has signed two contracts in the NHL worth $51,912,500 and ranks at #696 in the NHL in terms of earnings.
What are the terms of Quinn Hughes' contract?
Quinn Hughes signed a six-year contract with the Vancouver Canucks for $47,100,000 with a cap hit of $7,850,000 in 2021. Currently, the terms of his contract have not been disclosed. He will be an unrestricted free agent after the completion of his contract in the 2026-2027 season.
How much of Quinn Hughes' contract is guaranteed?
Quinn Hughes signed a six-year contract with the Vancouver Canucks for $47,100,000 with a cap hit of $7,850,000 and the entire amount of $47,100,000 is guaranteed.
For the 2023-24 season, Hughes will be making $8,600,000 as his base salary. Additionally, he will have a cap hit of $7,850,000.
Quinn Hughes' Contract History
Quinn Hughes has signed two contracts in his NHL career, the first contract he signed was on March 10, 2019 with the Vancouver Canucks for $4,812,500 with a cap hit of $916,667. The contract was also his entry-level contract.
Hughes extended a six-year contract with the Canucks for $47,100,000 with a cap hit of $7,850,000 in 2021. The contract states that he will be an unrestricted free agent after the 2026-27 season at the age of 27 years.
| Contract Period | Contract Terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | Guaranteed | Free Agent Status | Cumulative Earnings |
| 2018-2020 | 3 years / $4,812,500 | $1,604,167 | $277,500 | $4,812,500 | 2021 / RFA | $4,812,500 |
| 2021-2027 | 6 years / $47,100,000 | $7,850,000 | N/A | N/A | 2027 / UFA | $51,912,500 |
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FAQ's On Quinn Hughes contract
A. Quinn Hughes is under a six-year contract with the Vancouver Canucks for $47,100,00 with a cap hit of $7,850,000. Hughes will be making $8,600,000 for the 2023-24 season and $9,500,000 for the 2024-2025 season.
A. Quin Hughes signed a six-year contract with the Canucks in 2021. His contract will expire after the conclusion of the 2026-27 season.
A. Quinn Hughes was named to the NHL All-Star Game in 2020 and 2024, solidifying his status in the league.
A. Quinn Hughes was selected by the Vancouver Canucks in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft.
A. Quinn Hughes has not scored any hat trick.
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