Clayton Keller, born on July 29, 1998, is an American professional ice hockey forward and alternate captain for the Arizona Coyotes in the National Hockey League (NHL). Notably, he was selected seventh overall in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft.
Keller’s passion for ice hockey ignited at the tender age of three, sparked by attending a high school game with his mother. This experience fueled his desire to pursue the sport further. He soon found himself among a group of aspiring young hockey players in the St. Louis area, including Luke Opilka, Luke Kunin, and Matthew Tkachuk. Moreover, Keller attended Shattuck-Saint Mary's before joining US NTDP. Moving further, he committed himself to play college hockey at Boston University.
In his inaugural season with the Boston Terriers, he earned accolades such as the Hockey East Rookie of the Year Award and the Tim Taylor Award for being the top NCAA Division I rookie. Nonetheless, after the conclusion of his freshman season, Keller signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Coyotes on March 26, 2017. The following evening, he marked his NHL debut in a game against the St. Louis Blues, at the Scottrade center.
What is Clayton Keller's Salary?
For the 2023-24 season, Clayton Keller is set to earn a salary of $6,000,000.
He is currently under an eight-year, $57,200,000 contract with an annual average salary of $7,150,000. His contract will run through the 2027-28 season after which he will commence free agency.
Clayton Keller’s Salary History
Clayton Keller’s salary has undergone a significant raise throughout his career with the Arizona Coyotes. He signed his first contract on March 26, 2017, a three-year, entry-level contract worth $5,012,500, with an average annual salary of $885,833. Throughout this contract, his salary gradually increased, with bonuses totaling $2,362,500 across three seasons.
Moving forward, Keller signed a lucrative eight-year extension with the Coyotes on September 4, 2019. This contract, valued at $57,200,000, has an annual average salary of $7,150,000. The contract also includes a signing bonus of $10,000,000.
FAQ's On Clayton Keller Salary
A. Clayton Keller was born on July 29, 1998 and is currently 25 years old (as of March 2024).
A. Clayton Keller was born in Chesterfield, Missouri and was raised in Swansea, Illinois.
A. Clayton Keller was drafted seventh overall by the Arizona Coyotes in the 2016 NHL Entry Level Draft.
A. Clayton Keller’s entry-level contract was worth $5,012,500 across three seasons, beginning in 2017-18.
A. Clayton Keller will be earning $6,000,000 for the 2023-24 season. He is currently under an eight-year, $57,200,000 contract with an annual average salary of $7,150,000, signed in 2019.
A. Clayton Keller's contract will run through the 2027-28 season after which he will commence free agency.
