Marco Kasper is an Austrian professional ice hockey center for the Detroit Red Wings in the 2024 NHL season. The Red Wings drafted Kasper with the eight overall pick in the first round of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. Kasper began his professional career in 2021 with Rögle BK in Sweden’s SHL, becoming one of the youngest players to play in the league at the age of 16. Kasper made his NHL debut in April 2023 and scored his first goal in November 2024. His father, Peter, was a professional hockey player who also competed in the 2002 Winter Olympics.
Marco Kasper Contract Breakdown
According to Spotrac, Kasper signed a three-year rookie contract with the Red Wings valued at $5,850,000 in July 2022. His rookie contract includes a signing bonus of $285,000, a guaranteed amount of $5,850,000, and an average annual salary of $1,950,000.
| Year | Age | Cap Hit | Annual Cash | Signing Bonus | Cumulative Cash |
| 2022-23 | 18 | $950,000 | $159,708 | $159,708 | $159,708 |
| 2023-24 | 19 | $918,333 | $950,000 | $950,000 | $1,109,708 |
| 2024-25 | 20 | $918,333 | $950,000 | $95,000 | $2,059,708 |
| 2025-26 | 21 | $918,333 | $832,500 | $832,500 | $2,892,208 |
Marco Kasper Salary
According to his three-year rookie contract, Kasper will receive an average annual salary of $1,950,000. Furthermore, he is set to earn a base salary of $855,000, with a cap hit of $918,333 and a signing bonus of $95,000 in 2024.
How much of Marco Kasper’s contract is guaranteed?
Marco Kasper's contract with the Detroit Red Wings is fully guaranteed for a total of $5,850,000.
Marco Kasper Career Earnings
According to Spotrac, Marco Kasper's career earnings sum up to $1,109,708, as of December 2024.
FAQs on Marco Kasper
A. Yes, the Detroit Red Wings have recalled Marco Kasper from their AHL affiliate, the Grand Rapids Griffins.
A. Macro Kasper was drafted 8th overall by the Red Wings in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft.
