Makar Signs Historic Avalanche Deal | Colorado Avalanche News

Cale Makar just signed the biggest NHL contract ever — eight years, $163.2 million — locking him down as Colorado’s cornerstone for the long haul. The Avalanche, who drafted him in 2017, see him as a generational defenseman and franchise savior, while Makar himself is thrilled to finally put negotiations behind him and focus on hockey. With two Norris Trophies, over 500 career points, and a Stanley Cup ring, he’s proven his elite status — and now, with this deal, he’s setting a new standard for player contracts while staying true to his roots in Colorado. 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/63e672ad2b64579c