Cale Makar's contract extension remains unsigned as deadline approaches

Cale Makar’s contract extension with the Colorado Avalanche has yet to be announced as training camp is set to begin on September 16. With a deadline on September 15 looming, urgency is increasing for the two sides to finalize a deal. Comparisons have been drawn to Nathan MacKinnon's contract negotiations, which were also prolonged but ultimately successful. Makar’s contract is expected to reflect the rising salary cap, with some estimates suggesting a potential annual value around $17.13 million based on MacKinnon’s past deal. This situation is further complicated by other potential negotiations affecting Makar’s market value, such as Quinn Hughes’ contract talks.

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