Makar signs record deal, putting pressure on Hughes' extension talks
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:12 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Cale Makar signed an 8-year extension worth $163.4 million with the Colorado Avalanche on August 29, 2026, making him the highest-paid player in NHL history. This landmark deal puts pressure on the Minnesota Wild to secure a contract extension for defenseman Quinn Hughes before the new CBA takes effect on September 16. Following his acquisition from the Vancouver Canucks, Hughes contributed significantly to the Wild, helping them win a playoff series and achieving 53 points in 48 games last season. The urgency for Hughes’ contract intensifies as negotiations have reportedly stalled, and both sides must reach an agreement before the new CBA could limit future contract terms.
- •Cale Makar signed an 8-year, $163.4 million contract extension.
- •Makar becomes the highest-paid player in NHL history.
- •Quinn Hughes is due for an extension with the Minnesota Wild.
- •Hughes had 53 points in 48 games after joining Minnesota.
- •Negotiations for Hughes' contract may be affected by new CBA rules.
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — Cale Makar Just Made Quinn Hughes a Very Rich Man
- 12:58 AMYahoo Sports — Hughes due extension after Makar signs record-breaking deal
"The Minnesota Wild’s clock is ticking to get defenseman Quinn Hughes signed after seeing Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar get a contract extension today. Makar signed a historic 8-year deal worth $163.4 million, which makes him the highest-paid player in NHL history. He’s the first NHL skater to be making over $20 million as an […] The post Hughes due extension after Makar signs record-breaking deal appeared first on HEAVY.
"The record-setting extension by Cale Makar just handed a blank check to Quinn Hughes, putting the Wild in an interesting spot. The post Cale Makar Just Made Quinn Hughes a Very Rich Man appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 2:12 AMCale Makar Just Made Quinn Hughes a Very Rich Man
The record-setting extension by Cale Makar just handed a blank check to Quinn Hughes, putting the Wild in an interesting spot. The post Cale Makar Just Made Quinn Hughes a Very Rich Man appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 12:58 AMHughes due extension after Makar signs record-breaking deal
The Minnesota Wild’s clock is ticking to get defenseman Quinn Hughes signed after seeing Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar get a contract extension today. Makar signed a historic 8-year deal worth $163.4 million, which makes him the highest-paid player in NHL history. He’s the first NHL skater to be making over $20 million as an […] The post Hughes due extension after Makar signs record-breaking deal appeared first on HEAVY.
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