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Cale Makar Contract: Avalanche Defenseman Signs Record $163.2 Million Deal
Cale Makar signed a historic eight-year, $163.2 million extension with the Colorado Avalanche, becoming the first NHL player to earn $20 million annually.
Devils Acquire Luke Evangelista for Two 2028 Draft Picks in Trade With Predators
The New Jersey Devils acquired 24-year-old forward Luke Evangelista from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a conditional first-round pick and a second-round selection.
Makar Signs $163.2M Deal to Become NHL鈥檚 First $20M Per Season Player
Cale Makar has signed a record-breaking eight-year, $163.2 million extension with the Colorado Avalanche that runs through the 2034-35 season.
Cale Makar Signs Record $20.4 Million AAV Extension With Avalanche
Cale Makar has agreed to a historic eight-year extension with the Colorado Avalanche featuring a record-breaking $20.4 million average annual value.
Sakic Confident Cale Makar Extension Will Be Signed Before Season Starts
Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic expects to finalize a contract extension for two-time Norris Trophy winner Cale Makar before the upcoming season.
Zach Werenski Ties Playoff Success to Long-Term Columbus Blue Jackets Future
Reigning Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski recorded 81 points last season and aims to lead Columbus back to the playoffs before his contract expires in 2028.
Connor Bedard Inks $75 Million Deal as Patrick Kane Returns to Chicago
NHL free agency opened with Connor Bedard signing a five-year, $15 million AAV contract and Jason Robertson securing a $12 million deal with Dallas.
Blue Jackets Secure Jet Greaves With Three-Year, $15 Million Contract Extension
Goaltender Jet Greaves signed a $15 million extension with the Columbus Blue Jackets through 2028-29 after recording 26 wins and a .908 save percentage.
Patrick Kane Rejoins Blackhawks on Two-Year, $16 Million Contract
Patrick Kane has signed a two-year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks worth $8 million annually, reuniting the three-time Stanley Cup champion with the franchise.
Macklin Celebrini Signs $94M Extension to Become NHL's Highest-Paid Player
San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini signed a five-year, $94 million extension following a franchise-record 115-point season.
Bedard Labels Potential Patrick Kane Return to Chicago 'Incredible'
Connor Bedard publicly lobbied for a Patrick Kane return to the United Center following the signing of his own recent contract.
Blackhawks Ink Connor Bedard to 5-Year, $75M Extension After 75-Point Season
The Chicago Blackhawks secured Connor Bedard with a five-year, $75 million contract following a season where the center recorded 30 goals and 45 assists.
Jamie Drysdale Signs 4-Year, $26M Extension with Philadelphia Flyers
Jamie Drysdale has secured a four-year, $26 million contract with the Flyers after recording a career-high eight goals and 32 points.
St. Louis Blues Sign Connor McMichael to 6-Year, $40.5 Million Contract
Connor McMichael has signed a six-year, $40.5 million contract with the St. Louis Blues that carries a $6.75 million annual cap hit.
Flyers Re-Sign Trevor Zegras to 4-Year Deal Worth $9.125 Million AAV
The Philadelphia Flyers confirmed Wednesday that Trevor Zegras has signed a four-year contract extension with an average annual value of $9.125 million.
Winnipeg Jets, Cole Perfetti Agree to 5-Year, $30 Million Contract
Center Cole Perfetti and the Winnipeg Jets have finalized a 5-year, $30 million deal to avoid salary arbitration.
Rangers Sign Braden Schneider to $5.5M Deal to Avoid Salary Arbitration
Defenseman Braden Schneider signed a one-year, $5.5 million contract with the New York Rangers to avoid a scheduled arbitration hearing.
Buffalo Sabres Krebs Signs $18M Extension; John Davidson Joins Front Office
The Buffalo Sabres Krebs contract extension is worth $18 million over four years following his career-high 39-point season.
Sabres Sign Zach Benson to 7-Year, $52.5 Million Contract After Playoff Breakout
Buffalo winger Zach Benson signed a seven-year, $52.5 million contract extension through 2032-33 after leading the team with five playoff goals.
Washington Capitals Secure Alex Tuch via Sign-and-Trade with Buffalo Sabres
The Washington Capitals have completed a blockbuster sign-and-trade for Alex Tuch, signing the forward to an eight-year extension worth $84 million total.
Avalanche Trade Valeri Nichushkin to Blue Jackets in Roster Shakeup
The Colorado Avalanche traded winger Valeri Nichushkin to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday to reshape their roster following a playoff exit.
Stars Extend Jim Nill Through 2027-28 After Three Straight Western Finals
Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill has signed a two-year contract extension following three consecutive appearances in the Western Conference final.
Toronto Dismisses General Manager Brad Treliving Following Postseason Elimination
The Toronto front office has officially terminated the contract of General Manager Brad Treliving during his third season after the club failed to qualify for the NHL playoffs.
Red Wings Secure Jacob Bernard-Docker With Two-Year, $3.2 Million Extension
Defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker has signed a two-year contract extension with the Detroit Red Wings worth a total of $3.2 million.