Oliver Bjorkstrand is a Danish professional ice hockey forward playing for the Seattle Kraken in the National Hockey League (NHL). Born on April 10, 1995, he was selected by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft as the 89th overall pick. Before the NHL, Bjorkstrand showcased his talent in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Portland Winterhawks, where he emerged as a dynamic player.
Bjorkstrand began his NHL career by signing a three-year entry-level contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets for $2,800,000 on December 26, 2013. Following the signing of the contract, Bjorkstrand joined the Lake Erie Monsters to begin the 2015-16 season. He made his NHL debut later that season on March 17, 2016, against the Detroit Red Wings and scored his first goals against the New Jersey Devils the following game. The subsequent seasons saw Bjorkstrand establish a regular spot in the Islanders lineup. However, on July 22, 2022, he was traded to Seattle Kraken in exchange for third-round and fourth-round picks in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft.
Oliver Bjorkstrand's Contract Breakdown
| Year | Age | Cap Hit | Annual Cap % | League Cap | Annual Cash | Cumulative Cash |
| 2021-22 | 26 | $5,400,000 | 6.63% | $4,500,000 | $4,500,000 | $4,500,000 |
| 2022-23 | 27 | $5,400,000 | 6.55% | $5,250,000 | $5,250,000 | $9,750,000 |
| 2023-24 | 28 | $5,400,000 | 6.47% | $5,350,000 | $5,350,000 | $15,100,000 |
| 2024-25 | 29 | $5,400,000 | 6.14% | $5,900,000 | $5,900,000 | $21,000,000 |
| 2025-26 | 30 | $5,400,000 | 6.14% | $6,000,000 | $6,000,000 | $27,000,000 |
| 2026-27 | 31 | - | - | - | - | UFA |
How much is Oliver Bjorkstrand getting paid?
Oliver Bjorkstrand is currently under a 5-year contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets, valued at $27,000,000. This contract guarantees him the full amount of $27,000,000, with an average annual salary of $5,400,000. In the 2024-25 season, he will receive a base salary of $5,900,000, while his cap hit will remain at $5,400,000 as per Sportrac.
Oliver Bjorkstrand’s Career Earnings
As of 2024, the player's career earnings total $23,565,607. Looking ahead, his forecasted career earnings will reach $35,465,607 by the end of the 2025 season. This projection includes his expected earnings of $5,900,000 in 2024 and $6,000,000 in 2025 as per Sportrac.
What are the terms of Oliver Bjorkstrand’s contract?
Oliver Bjorkstrand signed his most recent contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets on January 6, 2021. The contract was worth $27,000,000 for a duration of five years. However, he was traded to the Seattle Kraken on July 22, 2022, and has played with them under the same contract. The only notable clause in his contract includes a ten-team no-trade list. This means that the Kraken cannot trade him to the given ten teams on the list as per Sportrac.
How much of Oliver Bjorkstrand’s contract is guaranteed?
Oliver Bjorkstrand is under a five-year contract worth $27,000,000 with the entirety of his contract guaranteed. This provides him with financial security throughout the duration of the contract regardless of any injuries or disputes as per Sportrac.
Oliver Bjorkstrand's Contract History
Oliver Bjorkstrand was selected by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft and since then he has signed a total of three contracts. The total value of all these contracts stand at $37,300,000.
The first contract he signed was an entry-level contract worth $2,800,000 with the Columbus Blue Jackets along with a cap hit of $655,833. The second contract he signed was worth $7,500,000 for a duration of three-years. The contract was signed with the Columbus Blue Jackets on July 15, 2018, and had a cap hit of $2,500,000. The third and his current contract is a five-year deal worth $27,000,000 with a cap hit of $5,400,000 as per Sportarac.
| Year | Age | Contract Type | Length (Years) | Total Value ($) | Average Annual Salary ($) | Cash ($) | Cumulative Cash ($) | Cap Hit ($) | Free Agent Status |
| 2013-2016 | 18-21 | Rookie Contract | 3 | 2,775,000 | 925,000 | $277,500 | $277,500 | N/A | 2018 / RFA |
| 2016-2019 | 21-24 | Entry-Level Contract | 3 | 7,500,000 | 2,500,000 | N/A | $2,775,000 | N/A | 2020 / RFA |
| 2021-2025 | 26-30 | Extension | 5 | 27,000,000 | 5,400,000 | N/A | $10,275,000 | $5,400,000 | 2026 / UFA |
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FAQ's On Oliver Bjorkstrand Contract
A. Oliver Bjorkstrand will earn a base salary of $5,900,000 while carrying a cap hit of $5,400,000 for the 2023-2024 season.
A. Oliver Bjorkstrand was traded to the Seattle Kraken on July 22, 2022.
A. Oliver Bjorkstrand was drafted by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
A. Oliver Bjorkstrand is currently under a five-year contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets for $27,000,000 with a cap hit of $5,400,000.
A. Oliver Bjorkstrand will become a free agent after the conclusion of the 2025-26 season when he is 31 years old.
