NHL’s 10 worst contracts, 2026 edition: Jonathan Huberdeau (again), Leo Carlsson and more

The New York Times has published its 2026 edition ranking of the NHL's 10 worst contracts, with Jonathan Huberdeau and Leo Carlsson highlighted as two of the most egregious overpays in the league. The analysis uses each player's projected value over the remainder of their deals, measured through metrics such as Net Rating to assess whether players are worth their contracts. Huberdeau appears on the list for at least the second consecutive year, indicating continued underperformance relative to his salary.