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Avalanche GM Joe Sakic confirms Cale Makar's long-term future with team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:55 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Avalanche GM Joe Sakic confirms Cale Makar's long-term future with team

Summary

Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic stated that defenseman Cale Makar will finish his career with the team. Makar is entering the final year of his six-year, $54 million contract, which is set to expire next summer. Sakic reassured fans that discussions for a contract extension are in progress and that the Avalanche aim to rebalance after a disappointing playoff exit against the Vegas Golden Knights. The team's leadership remains focused on maintaining its core to compete for another Stanley Cup in the upcoming season.

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Key Details

•Makar has won the Norris Trophy twice as top defenseman.
•His current contract has a $9 million salary cap hit.
•Discussions for a contract extension are already underway.
•The Avalanche aim to rebound after a playoff sweep last season.
•Sakic emphasizes a commitment to retain the core team for future success.

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One of the biggest matters of internal business that Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic is attempting to take care of is a contract extension for defenseman Cale Makar, one of the top players at his position in the NHL.Makar, who has won the Norris Trophy as the NHL’s best defenseman twice while earning several […] The post Avalanche GM Joe Sakic Reveals Cale Makar’s Long-Term Fate appeared first on HEAVY.
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