player salary cap

A player salary cap is a limit set by a sports league on the total amount of money a team can spend on player salaries within a season. It aims to promote competitive balance by preventing wealthier teams from outspending others. Teams must carefully allocate their salary cap across their roster, making strategic decisions about which players to sign or retain. The cap includes not just base salaries but often other compensation, ensuring a level playing field. Overall, it helps maintain fairness and excitement in the league by restricting excessive spending.