Devils captain Nico Hischier signs 5-year, $58.5M extension

Field Level Media|published: Wed 1st July, 13:03 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier (13) looks on against the Montreal Canadiens during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

New Jersey Devils captain Nico Hischier signed a five-year, $58.5 million contract extension on Wednesday.

Per the team, the 27-year-old forward will receive $14.5 million in both 2027-28 and 2028-29, $12.1 million in 2029-30 and $8.7 million in each of the last two seasons of the deal.

"Since the day he was drafted as the No. 1 overall pick in 2017, Nico Hischier has represented the New Jersey Devils with class, commitment, and a dedication to the community," Devils managing partner David Blitzer said. "He puts the team before himself and wants nothing more than to win here in New Jersey. The entire organization is extremely proud that Nico wears the 'C' for us, and we couldn't be happier that he's signed this contract extension."

Hischier is entering the final season of a seven-year, $50.75 million contract.

The Swiss Olympian recorded 66 points (28 goals, 38 assists) while playing in all 82 games this past season.

"When I took this job, I knew that Nico was one of the core pieces that I definitely wanted as part of our future," Devils general manager Sunny Mehta said. "The way he plays the game, his leadership, and selflessness are qualities we value for this team. We all look forward to him leading this franchise, on and off the ice, for years to come."

Hischier has totaled 488 points (199 goals, 289 assists) in 609 career games with the Devils.

--Field Level Media

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