Makar Signs Historic 8-Year Deal | Colorado Avalanche News

Cale Makar just signed an eight-year, $163.2 million contract with the Colorado Avalanche — making him the first NHL player to ever average $20 million annually, at $20.4M per year. The deal, finalized before a new CBA cap cut limits extensions to seven years, locks him down through 2035 and underscores GM Joe Sakic’s commitment to building around Makar and Nathan MacKinnon. After a dominant season with 79 points in 75 games and six straight Norris Trophy finalist nods, this historic pact sets a new standard for defenseman contracts and signals the Avs’ long-term vision. 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/53a11b0d9ae65a26