Jacob Markström is a Swedish professional ice hockey goaltender who plays for the New Jersey Devils in the NHL as of 2025. Born on January 31, 1990, in Gävle, Sweden, he was drafted 31st overall by the Florida Panthers in 2008. Markstrom quickly gained recognition for his butterfly-style goaltending and outstanding performances in Sweden’s top league with Brynas IF.
Markstrom made his NHL debut in 2011 with the Panthers. Over his career, he has played for other teams like the Vancouver Canucks (2014-2020) and Calgary Flames (2020-2024). Making his debut in 2011 with the Florida Panthers, he later emerged as a star with the Vancouver Canucks, earning his first NHL All-Star selection in 2020. After signing a six-year, $36 million contract with the Calgary Flames, he led the league with nine shutouts in 2021–22 and was a Vezina Trophy finalist. In 2024, Markstrom was traded to the New Jersey Devils, where he reached the milestone of 500 NHL games.
Jacob Markstrom contract breakdown
Jacob Markstrom signed a six-year contract with the Calgary Flames worth $36 million, which includes a $5 million signing bonus. His annual average salary is $6 million. Markström will become an unrestricted free agent (UFA) after the 2025-26 season according to Spotrac.
| Season | Age | Cap Hit | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Total Cash | Cumulative Earnings |
| 2020-21 | 31 | $6,000,000 | $4,000,000 | $0 | $4,000,000 | $4,000,000 |
| 2021-22 | 32 | $6,000,000 | $4,000,000 | $0 | $4,000,000 | $8,000,000 |
| 2022-23 | 32 | $6,000,000 | $8,000,000 | $0 | $8,000,000 | $16,000,000 |
| 2023-24 | 33 | $6,000,000 | $8,000,000 | $0 | $8,000,000 | $24,000,000 |
| 2024-25 | 35 | $4,125,000 | $3,500,000 | $2,500,000 | $6,000,000 | $30,000,000 |
| 2025-26 | 36 | $4,125,000 | $3,500,000 | $2,500,000 | $6,000,000 | $36,000,000 |
Jacob Markstrom's salary
In the 2024-25 season, he will earn $3.5 million as a base salary and a $2.5 million signing bonus, with a reduced cap hit of $4.125 million, as per Spotrac. The following year, he will earn a base salary of $3,500,000 and $2,500,000 as a signing bonus, making his total earnings for the 2025-2026 season $6,000,000.
How much of Jacob Markstrom’s contract is guaranteed?
Jacob Markstrom’s six-year, $36 million contract is guaranteed, including the $5 million signing bonus. He is assured of earning the full $36 million as per Spotrac.
Jacob Markstrom's career earnings
At the end of 2024, Jacob Markström earned $47,630,378 in total cash from his professional hockey contracts, as per Spotrac. For the 2025 season, Markstrom is set to earn an additional $6,000,000 as per Spotrac. By the end of the 2025 season, Markstrom’s career earnings are projected to total $53,630,378.
Jacob Markstrom's contract history
Jacob Markström has signed six contracts throughout his NHL career with three different teams, including the Florida Panthers, Vancouver Canucks, and the Calgary Flames.
| Year | Team | Contract Length | Total Value | Average Annual Salary (AAV) | Signing Bonus | Status |
| 2010–2012 | Florida Panthers | 3 years | $2,625,000 | $875,000 | $262,500 | Rookie |
| 2013–2014 | Florida Panthers | 2 years | $2,400,000 | $1,200,000 | N/A | RFA |
| 2015–2016 | Vancouver Canucks | 2 years | $3,100,000 | $1,550,000 | N/A | UFA |
| 2016–2019 | Vancouver Canucks | 3 years | $11,000,000 | $3,666,667 | N/A | UFA |
| 2020–2025 | Calgary Flames | 6 years | $36,000,000 | $6,000,000 | $5,000,000 | UFA |
FAQs on Jacob Markstrom contract & salary
A. Jacob Markstrom signed a 6-year contract with the Calgary Flames worth $36 million in 2020. He is playing under the same contract with the Devils.
A. There is no such clause in Jacob Markstrom's contract with the Flames.
A. Jacob Markstrom's annual average salary is $6 million.
A. Jacob Markstrom was drafted 31st overall by the Florida Panthers in 2008.
