Cale Makar Contract Nears Deal | Colorado Avalanche News

Cale Makar’s next contract is heating up — with the Avalanche close to locking him down for the long haul. With just one year left on his deal, insider Elliotte Friedman reports progress is underway, with contract length the final hurdle. The NHL’s new CBA, set to take effect next month, allows teams to extend players for up to seven years — a key factor in shaping Makar’s deal. A two-time Norris Trophy winner and elite defenseman, Makar delivered 79 points last season and has been a Norris finalist for six straight years. Team president Joe Sakic confirmed Makar will finish his career in Colorado. With the salary cap rising to $104 million and recent big signings like Macklin Celebrini, the Avalanche are poised to finalize a landmark deal soon — keeping their superstar in blue and gold for years to come. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a88d6a5605acc3d8