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Last updated: August 29, 2026, 3:05 PM ET

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The Colorado Avalanche made history by signing Cale Makar to an eight-year, $163.2 million extension. The deal carries a $20.4 million average annual value, making the defenseman the NHL's first $20 million player and the highest-paid in league history, according to reports. The record-breaking contract surpasses all previous NHL standards. Makar's new deal with the Avalanche secures him through the 2032-33 season. The historic agreement was announced on Thursday. The $163.2 million pact represents a significant investment in the star blueliner.