Cale Makar became the NHL’s first $20 million man on Friday. The 27-year-old defenseman signed an eight-year, $163.2 million contract with the Colorado Avalanche. The deal, which begins next season, is worth $20.4 million annually and is the richest contract … Continue reading
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Hellebuyck makes trade request from Jets public
Connor Hellebuyck has made public his desire to be traded by the Winnipeg Jets. The three-time winner of the Vezina Trophy, which is awarded to the best goalie in the NHL, said in a statement on Thursday that he privately … Continue reading
Avalanche confident Makar will have new contract before start of season
The Colorado Avalanche remain confident that defenseman Cale Makar will have a new contract in place before the start of the season, president of hockey operations Joe Sakic said. Makar is in the final season of a six-year, $54 million contract (average … Continue reading
Merzlikins out indefinitely for Blue Jackets after shoulder surgery
Elvis Merzlikins is out indefinitely for the Columbus Blue Jackets after having shoulder surgery, the team announced on Thursday. “Elvis informed us a few weeks ago that he was experiencing some discomfort in his shoulder during his offseason workouts,” Blue Jackets … Continue reading
Divver named recipient of 2025-26 Ellery Award
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … The American Hockey League announced today that veteran hockey writer Mark Divver has been selected as the recipient of the James H. Ellery Memorial Award for the 2025-26 season. The James H. Ellery Memorial Award is presented … Continue reading
Flyers sign forward Foote
The Philadelphia Flyers have agreed to terms with forward Nolan Foote on a one-year, two-way contract. Foote, 25, skated in 54 regular-season games with the AHL’s Charlotte Checkers in 2025-26, recording 14 goals and 18 assists for 32 points. He … Continue reading
