Cale Makar, Avalanche agree to 8-year, $163.2 million contract extension

TRENDINGFantasy Football Draft KitNCAAF: Opening week's bestCollege Fantasy Football draft tipsUS Open could get wildLLWS scores, scheduleStory byCole Makar is entering his eighth NHL season, all with Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) (Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Sean LeahyContributing writerFri, August 28, 2026 at 9:36 PM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesReport: Cale Makar Closing In On Lucrative Extension With AvalancheThe Colorado Avalanche are closing in on an extension with superstar defenseman Cale Makar, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. The […]Colorado Hockey NowMajor update on Cale Makar from NHL insider Elliotte FriedmanThe Avalanche and their superstar defenseman appear to be on the verge of locking in a massive long-term deal.HockeyFeedBREAKING NEWS: Avalanche Sign Cale Makar To Record $163.2 Million ContractCale Makar is officially the highest-paid player in NHL history after the Colorado Avalanche signed their superstar defenseman to a record eight-year, $163.2 million extension.The Hockey News - Colorado AvalancheAdvertisementAdvertisementReport: Cale Makar Extension Announcement Coming FridayIt appears the Colorado Avalanche are not yet ready to reveal the Cale Makar contract extension. The announcement will instead […]Colorado Hockey NowAvs defenseman Makar signs $163.2M, 8-year extension, making him highest paid player in NHL historyCale Makar and the Colorado Avalanche agreed to a $163.2 million, eight-year extension on Friday that will make him the highest paid player in league history. The deal was confirmed by a person with knowledge of the negotiations. Makar’s extension is set to be the the richest in NHL history, surpassing eight-year, $136 million extension signed by Minnesota forward Kirill Kaprizov last September.Associated PressMorning Flurries: Avalanche expected to announce Cale Makar contract extension todayGimme, gimme, gimme!SB NationAvalanche Reportedly Closing in on big Decision With Cale MakarThe Colorado Avalanche have made a mountain of moves this off-season, and while they’ve not made a big addition after being very aggressive at the 2026 trade deadline, the front office has made moves to clear plenty of salary cap room moving forward.As a result, the reigning Presidents’ Trophy winners are set to be a […] The post Avalanche Reportedly Closing in on big Decision With Cale Makar appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYWhat Cale Makar's Record-Breaking $163.2 Million Extension Means For The Wild, Quinn HughesMakar’s massive payday sets a pricey new benchmark for elite defensemen, leaving Minnesota to calculate the staggering cost of locking down superstar Quinn Hughes for the long term.The Hockey News - Minnesota WildHow Will the Cale Makar Deal Impact The Oilers And Evan Bouchard?As Cale Makar prepares to reset the market with a historic extension, Edmonton’s front office must brace for Evan Bouchard’s inevitable—and expensive—demands for a massive payday.The Hockey News - Edmonton OilersCale Makar Close to Monster Extension; How It Affects Schaefer & The IslandersOne year from now, Matthew Schaefer will be one year away from becoming a restricted free agent on July 1, 2028.The Hockey News - New York IslandersDeen’s Daily: Makar Extension On The Horizon; Hellebuyck Doubles Down On Trade Request; What’s Next For Winnipeg?Cale Makar is reportedly closing in on an extension with the Avalanche, one that could be announced today. Connor Hellebuyck […] The post Deen’s Daily: Makar Extension On The Horizon; Hellebuyck Doubles Down On Trade Request; What’s Next For Winnipeg? appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.Colorado Hockey NowCelebrini on How New Contract, Record-Setting AAV Came TogetherNothing changes for Macklin Celebrini, even when his record-setting contract extension begins in 2027. Last month, the San Jose Sharks […] The post Celebrini on How New Contract, Record-Setting AAV Came Together appeared first on San Jose Hockey Now.San Jose Hockey NowSharks news: Macklin Celebrini gets real on team-friendly deal with San JoseA few weeks ago, the San Jose Sharks extended Macklin Celebrini , giving him a contract worth $94 million and $18.5 million AAV, starting in 2027-28. Now, Celebrini has dropped a truth bomb about taking the team-friendly deal , according to Max Miller of NHL.com. “That was at the front of my mind throughout the whole negotiation. I want to make […] The post Sharks news: Macklin Celebrini gets real on team-friendly deal with San Jose appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsNHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 8, Colorado AvalancheAs part of TheHockeyNews.com's current series ranking the off-seasons of every NHL team, we're focusing today's article on team No. 8 – the Colorado Avalanche.The Hockey NewsNHL Rumor Roundup: No Progress On A Quinn Hughes Contract, Latest On Erik KarlssonInternet rumors link Quinn Hughes to the New Jersey Devils while contract talks continue with the Minnesota Wild. Meanwhile, there's a prediction that Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson could join the Toronto Maple Leafs before the March trade deadline.The Hockey NewsAvalanche Have Too Much Talent for This Problem to ContinueThe Colorado Avalanche have a plethera of talent on their team, yet they rank near the bottom of the NHL in one area.Colorado Avalanche On SIDeen’s Daily: National T.V. Schedule; Blackwood Skating in Toronto; PTOs Coming SoonThe NHL’s rights holders released their national T.V. schedules for the upcoming season, and the Colorado Avalanche are heavily featured. […] The post Deen’s Daily: National T.V. Schedule; Blackwood Skating in Toronto; PTOs Coming Soon appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.Colorado Hockey NowDaily Bean: Hellebuyck Wants Out, Landing Spots; Makar Report; Bruins ScheduleThe Boston Bruins are still quiet, but one of the league’s best goaltenders shook up the news cycle yesterday. The […] The post Daily Bean: Hellebuyck Wants Out, Landing Spots; Makar Report; Bruins Schedule appeared first on Boston Hockey Now.Boston Hockey NowColorado Avalanche Top 25 Under 25: #7 Francesco Dell’ElceA young defenseman to keep an eye on.SB Nation