Boone Jenner is a Canadian professional ice hockey player and captain of the Columbus Blue Jackets of the NHL. He was born on June 15, 1993, in Dorchester, Ontario, to Matt and Terri Jenner, as the youngest of three boys. His first name was inspired by something his father heard on the radio, while his middle name, Robbie, pays homage to his paternal grandfather. Growing up in Mossley, Ontario, a small town near London, Jenner was active in both hockey and lacrosse. His introduction to organized hockey began with Dorchester Tyke Firefighters. Jenner progressed through minor hockey with the Elgin Middlesex Chiefs AAA team in the Minor Hockey Alliance of Ontario League before transitioning to the Ontario Hockey League (OHL).
His NHL career commenced when he was picked by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2011 entry draft as the 37th overall pick. Since debuting in 2012, he has played only for the Blue Jackets and is currently under a four-year contract which showcases his commitment to represent the team in the upcoming seasons. Jenner's most notable achievement included making his first NHL All-Star game after debuting around 11-years ago.
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Boone Jenner's Contract Breakdown
Year | Age | Cap Hit | Annual Cap % | League Cap | Cash | Annual Cash | Cumulative |
2022-23 | 29 | $3,750,000 | 4.55% | $82,500,000 | $3,750,000 | $3,750,000 | $3,750,000 |
2023-24 | 30 | $3,750,000 | 4.49% | $83,500,000 | $3,750,000 | $3,750,000 | $7,500,000 |
2024-25 | 31 | $3,750,000 | 4.26% | $88,000,000 | $3,750,000 | $3,750,000 | $11,250,000 |
2025-26 | 32 | $3,750,000 | 4.26% | $88,000,000 | $3,750,000 | $3,750,000 | $15,000,000 |
2026-27 | 33 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | UFA |
How much is Boone Jenner getting paid?
Boone Jenner inked a four-year deal worth $15 million with the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2021. His contract includes $15,000,000 guaranteed and an average annual salary of $3,750,000. Jenner will earn a base salary of $3,750,000 while carrying a cap hit of $3,750,000 for the 2024-2025 season as per Sportrac.
Boone Jenner’s Career Earnings
As of now, his career earnings total $25,050,500. With the forecasted earnings of $3,750,000 for 2024 and another $3,750,000 in 2025, his projected career earnings will reach approximately $32,550,500 by the end of the 2025 season.
What are the terms of the Boone Jenner Contract?
Boone Jenner has an 8-team no-trade list in his four-year, $15 million contract. He signed this contract in July 2021 and his average annual salary on the contract stands at $3,775,000 as per Sportrac.
His current contract extends until the conclusion of the 2025-26 season, at which point he will become an unrestricted free agent at 33 years old.
How much of the Boone Jenner Contract is guaranteed?
The entirety of Boone Jenner's contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets is guaranteed. The contract ensures that he will be receiving the entirety of $15 million at the end of the contract. His average annual salary stands at $3775,000 as per Sportrac.
Boone Jenner's Contract History
Boone Jenner is currently under a four-year, $15 million contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets. The contract was signed on July 28, 2021. For the 2023-24 season, Jenner is slated to receive a salary of $3,750,000 while maintaining a corresponding cap hit.
Prior to this, Jenner was under a four-year, $15,000,000 contract spanning 2018-22. The contract was quite similar to his current contract. Moving further in time, Jenner was under a two-year contract with the Blue Jackets spanning 2016-18. Before this, he signed his entry-level contract with the same team for a total duration of three-years while the total value of the contract stood at ¢2,775,000 as per Sportrac.
Year | Contract Type | Length | Total Value | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | Free Agent | Notes |
2012-2015 | Rookie | 3 years | $2,775,000 | $925,000 | $277,500 | 2016 / RFA | |
2016-2017 | Extension | 2 years | $5,800,000 | $2,900,000 | N/A | 2018 / RFA | |
2018-2021 | Extension | 4 years | $15,000,000 | $3,750,000 | N/A | 2026 / UFA | |
2022-2025 | Current Extension | 4 years | $15,000,000 | $3,750,000 | N/A | 2026 / UFA | 8-team no trade list |
FAQ's On Boone Jenner's Contract
A. Boone Jenner was drafted 37th overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2nd round of the 2011 entry draft.
A. Boone Jenner will become an unrestricted free agent after the conclusion of the 2025-26 season.
A. The entirety of Boone Jenner's contract is guaranteed. The contract is worth $15,000,000 for a duration of four years with an average annual salary of $3,750,000.
A. Yes, Boone Jenner is married.
A. For the 2024-25 season, Jenner will earn a base salary of $3,750,000, while carrying a cap hit of $3,750,000.