2026-08-28

Avalanche sign Cale Makar to richest contract in NHL history

The Avalanche locked up elite defenseman Cale Makar to the richest contract in NHL history, an eight-year extension worth $163.2 million starting in 2027. The deal keeps the 27-year-old, widely considered the league's best defenseman, in Colorado through age 35. Makar's resume already includes a Stanley Cup, two Norris Trophies, and Calder Trophy honors.

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