What are Leon Draisaitl's career earnings?: Exploring his current financial status, salary, endorsements, investments, and more

Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl is one of the important marquee players and a prominent ice hockey professional who has carved a niche in the NHL with his sheer dedication, excellent playmaking skills, and high-scoring abilities. Known as the highest-drafted German-trained player in NHL history, he has recently completed his 800th NHL game, becoming one of the most talented performers in the league.

According to the NHL, in 65 games played this season, Draisaitl has 35 goals, 62 assists, and 97 points in total. Earlier, Draisaitl had 33 points (11 goals, 22 assists) in the playoffs last season and 31 points (10 goals, 21 assists) in 2024. Recently, he scored two goals and three assists in a 5-4 overtime win against the Ottawa Senators on March 3, 2026, which was his seventh game in the NHL with at least five points.

Apart from his professional career, he has also built an impressive financial profile with his net worth, career earnings, endorsements, and more. Let’s take a look at his current financial earnings.

Leon Draisaitl's career earnings so far

Leon Draisaitl’s net worth is predicted to be approximately between $70–$90 million in 2026. According to Mabumbe, his net worth is estimated at over US $80 million, with career earnings of about US $70.78 million. The Oilers forward also earns an average annual salary of approximately US$14 million, making him one of the highest-paid players in the league in 2025-2026. Apart from this, he also earns a base salary of $1million along with a signing bonus of $15.5 million, while carrying a cap hit of $14 million for the 2025-26 season.

Financial earnings from his NHL contract

Leon Draisaitl also earns a significant amount of money from his contract worth $112 million with the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday. It has an average annual value of $14 million. Earlier, he signed an eight-year, $68 million contract with the Oilers on Aug. 16, 2017. It is to be noted that the deal also features a No-Movement Clause (NMC), ensuring Draisaitl remains with Edmonton through the 2032–33 season, after which he will become an unrestricted free agent (UFA).

Earnings from his endorsement and investments

Draisaitl has endorsement deals with prominent brands, which have contributed significantly to his net worth. He has signed with PUMA and has been associated with the brand as their brand ambassador since 2021. As for his investments, he owns a modern Canadian-style home in Edmonton, Alberta, which he purchased in 2022 at a whopping price of $3.7 million.

His career earnings, salary, and earnings from his brand deals significantly add to the Oilers' forward’s financial portfolio, making him one of the richest and most influential players in the NHL.

Meanwhile, Draisaitl has been out of action since mid-March 2026, after sustaining the injury, and there is still no definitive timeline for his return. While the Oilers have not ruled him out entirely, the lack of clarity suggests the team may have to navigate the early stages of the postseason without their leading offensive team members.

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