What Nathan MacKinnon Could Have Commanded | Colorado Avalanche News

What if Nathan MacKinnon had been free to negotiate an extension this summer? Experts say he could’ve commanded a massive 17 million annually — a steep jump from his current 12.6 million — reflecting his elite status and the rising NHL salary cap. An 8-year deal for 120 million would’ve locked him in through his late 30s, balancing long-term security with risk. While the Avalanche wisely took a team-friendly route with his current contract, the hypothetical scenario highlights just how much they’d have to invest to keep their franchise cornerstone. And hey — it’s all theory now, since he’s already signed through 2031. 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/ce7296411afa6692