A couple of days ago, Edmonton Oilers played against the Avalanche, and though the team lost, one man who stood out was Leon Draisaitl. The German star was outstanding and was able to score two goals and thus become the first player in this season to score 40 goals. Despite the loss, Draisaitl and Nathan MacKinnon had an incredible game as the top two-point leaders of the season. After scoring five goals and making four assists in the last six games, Draisaitl remains at 83 points in 55 games, only four points behind MacKinnon with two extra games in hand.

Unlike some of his rivals, Draisaitl gets a two-week break from the international competition as Germany is not participating in the 4 Nations Face-Off. That is the time to rest and regain strength as well as prepare for new shining in the league again. But while he is out of the ice, let’s change the topic to something equally interesting, his net worth. Spoiler alert: it’s just as impressive as his stats!

Leon Draisaitl and his net worth!

Leon Draisaitl isn’t just a powerhouse on the ice—he’s got the accolades and the paycheck to back it up. The German sensation once bagged the Art Ross Trophy, which establishes that he could outscore practically all the players in the league. On top of that, he has also adorned the “MVP” crown through the Ted Lindsay Award and the Hart Memorial Trophy in 2020. And when it comes to contracts? Oh, he’s been cashing in. According to Sportsrac.com, Draisaitl signed a six-year contract a few years ago, worth $68 million and he earns $11.3 million every year playing for the Edmonton Oilers.

In the season 2021–22, his basic salary was $8 million, and his cap hit was $8.5 million. That’s some serious coin for a guy who plays like he’s got rockets on his skates. But the money moves didn’t stop there! On August 16, 2022, Leon Draisaitl did not hesitate and signed a new eight-year $68 million deal to keep the Oilers’ dream going. His game had been rising rapidly, especially after scoring 29-48-77 in 82 games for the 2016–17 season. That performance locked in his future, and now? His cap is sitting at a cool $8.5 million. So, how did it all come together?

Draisaitl locks in a major deal!

The Oilers invested heavily in their star center and as we all know, Leon Draisaitl won’t be worrying about his bank balance anytime soon. Back in September 2024, the Oilers made sure of their future with their star player signing an eight-year, $112 million deal. That means he will be earning $14 million per season, which makes him the highest paid hockey player in the NHL in terms of the average income per year. Alex Ovechkin’s 13 years, $124 million contract signed in 2008 remains the biggest overall, but Draisaitl’s contract places him in a group of his own when it comes to annual salary.

This extension could not have arrived at a better time. Leon Draisaitl was on the verge of becoming an unrestricted free agent after the 2024-25 season, but the Oilers weren’t about to let one of their brightest stars slip away. Now, Edmonton boasts one of the most dangerous center lineups in the NHL, with their captain, Connor McDavid, signed through the 2025-26 season. And when McDavid’s next deal comes up? You better believe the NHL’s salary caps are about to be shattered all over again.

As for Leon Draisaitl, he made it clear he had no plans to pack his bags. After the Oilers were eliminated in the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers, he was realistic about the situation and expressed how much he enjoyed being an Oiler and wanted to remain one. Well, wish granted! He’s staying put, and Edmonton gets to keep a guy who just casually scores 40 goals and 100 points for the fifth year in six years. Safe to say, both the Oilers and Draisaitl’s bank account are celebrating this one. That being said, what is in the pipeline for the German sensation after signing this mega-deal? Another record-breaking season, maybe?