Question 1

Is DPH Franchise Mode free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. DPH Franchise Mode is completely free. No signup, no paywall, no premium tiers. Just open the app and start managing your favorite NHL team.

Question 2

Which NHL teams can I manage in Franchise Mode?

Accepted Answer

All 32 NHL teams are supported with up-to-date rosters, contracts, cap hits, age, position, and contract structure. Saves are local to your browser.

Question 3

Can I trade between teams in DPH Franchise Mode?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Trade Hub lets you build trades between any two teams with real-time cap math, prospect and pick valuations, and CPU accept/decline/counter logic based on each team's needs and cap situation.

Question 4

How does the buyout calculator work?

Accepted Answer

Enter a player and the calculator applies the proper NHL CBA buyout ratio — one-third of remaining base salary for players under 26 and two-thirds for players 26 and older — spread over double the remaining contract years. It shows yearly cap impact for each season affected.

Question 5

What is the Survivor Market?

Accepted Answer

The Survivor Market is DPH's free-agent intelligence panel covering every UFA and RFA across three offseasons — 473 in 2026, 242 in 2027, and 133 in 2028. Includes AAV projections and offer sheet tiers.