Colorado Avalanche president and general manager Joe Sakic is optimistic about signing superstar defenseman Cale Makar to a contract extension before the upcoming season, stating that discussions have been positive. Makar, whose current contract has a cap hit of $9 million, is expected to become the NHL’s highest-paid defenseman, with projections for the salary cap indicating potential for lucrative deals. Since joining the league in 2019-20, Makar has established himself as a top defenseman, earning numerous accolades. Sakic emphasized the importance of securing young stars like Makar as teams aim to lock in talent amid rising salary cap projections.
