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John Carlson salary, net worth, contract, cap hit, girlfriend, wife, personal life, family

Find out about John Carlson's salary, net worth, contract, cap hit, girlfriend, wife, personal life, and family.


John Carlson is an American professional ice hockey player known for his experience and position as a defenceman. He is currently in the books of the Washington Capitals. He is a household name in the NHL and known for his ability to contribute offensively and defensively.


Salary and cap hit 

For the 2024–25 NHL season, John Carlson's base salary is $4 million with a signing bonus of $2 million, which sums up to $6 million.


Net worth

John Carlson's net worth is estimated to be over $70 million, accrued from his career earnings, which include salary, bonuses and endorsement deals.


Contract details 

John Carlson and the Washington Capitals agreed to an 8-year contract on June 25, 2018, worth over $64,000,000 with a cap hit of $8,000,000 per season. The contract would expire at the end of the 2025-26 season.


Personal life 

Girlfriend/Wife/Partner

Unfortunately we currently do not have detailed information about his wife or partner.


Parents and family 

Unfortunately we currently do not have detailed information about his parents, family, father and mother.


Position

John Carlson is known for his position as a defenceman and has been applauded for contributing offensively and defensively.


Draft and Scouting

During the 1st round of the 2008 NHL Entry Draft, Carlson was draughted 27th overall by the Washington Capitals.


Best Season

John Carlson is a household name in the NHL and has had a standout season throughout his NHL career. The 2019–20 campaign was perhaps his best campaign, where he recorded 75 points (15 goals, 60 assists) in 69 games.

His performance earned the Norris Trophy nomination as the NHL's top defenceman.


Awards and Achievements

John Carlson is a Stanley Cup champion with the Washington Capitals in 2018. He also made an appearance in the NHL All-Star Game.


International Career

Carlson has represented the United States in international ice competitions such as the IIHF World Junior Championships and the Winter Olympics. 

Carlson played a key role as the United States won gold at the 2010 World Junior Championships and silver at the 2014 Winter Olympics.