On the Ice
NHL's New Playoff Salary Cap and CBA Rules: Eliminating the LTIR Loophole and Other Contractual Changes
The NHL's new CBA extension introduces a playoff salary cap, effective for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. This change eliminates the LTIR loophole, requiring teams to be cap-compliant for every postseason game and altering roster management strategies.
Marco Moretti·September 28, 2026
