Cale Makar, Avalanche agree to 8-year, $163.2 million contract extension
Cale Makar's new contract is the largest in NHL history, reshaping the league's salary landscape.
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Source diversity sample: The Denver Post · ESPN · The New York Times · NHL.com · Yahoo Sports.
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The story so far
The Colorado Avalanche's star defenseman Cale Makar is now the highest-paid player in NHL history. The 8-year, $163.2 million contract extension, agreed to just before the start of the season, sets a new benchmark for player salaries. The Denver Post, ESPN, The New York Times, NHL.com and Yahoo Sports all confirm the deal.
The contract is a significant move for the Avalanche, securing their top defenseman for the long term. According to ESPN, Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic expressed confidence in finalizing the deal before the season began. The New York Times and Yahoo Sports both specify the contract's length and value.
The new contract is a landmark in the NHL, surpassing previous records. The Avalanche's swift action to secure Makar underscores his value to the team. The question now is how this deal will influence future negotiations and the league's salary structure.
Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 2h ago.
Sources (5)
- Avalanche star Cale Makar signs largest contract in NHL history The Denver Post · 3h ago
- Sakic 'confident' Avalanche secure Makar deal before season ESPN · 3h ago
- Avalanche sign Cale Makar to 8-year, $163.2 million extension The New York Times · 3h ago
- Makar signs 8-year contract with Avalanche NHL.com · 3h ago
- Cale Makar, Avalanche agree to 8-year, $163.2 million contract extension Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
The obvious questions
What is the value of Cale Makar's new contract?
$163.2 million.
How long is Cale Makar's contract extension?
8 years.
Which team did Cale Makar sign with?
The Colorado Avalanche.
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