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NHL News / Yardbarker / July 14
NHL's 2025-26 opening night slate is a showcase opportunity for the league
The NHL released it's opening night slate for the 2025-26 season — featuring the three biggest American markets, the defending Stanley Cup champions and several of the sports biggest superstars and rising stars.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 22
Former Devil Claims Team Considered Drafting Makar Over Hischier in 2017
When the New Jersey Devils were granted the first overall pick in 2017, the consensus seemed to be that they would have to choose between Nolan Patrick and Nico Hischier.
Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / June 18
What Would It Take for Cale Makar to Surpass Bobby Orr?
Cale Makar has been making history virtually from the moment he entered the league. What began as a promising career has since blossomed into one that has fans, experts, and pundits wondering just how high he can go.
The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz
Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners since 1975-76' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / June 11
Cale Makar deserved all the Norris Trophy love he received
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar was announced as the winner of the 2024-2025 Norris Trophy as the top defenseman in the National Hockey League.
Colorado Avalanche News / Field Level Media / June 11
Avalanche's Cale Makar wins second Norris Trophy
Colorado Avalanche offensive-minded defenseman Cale Makar is the recipient of the James Norris Memorial Trophy for the second time in his career, the NHL announced Wednesday.
Colorado Avalanche News / Last Word On Sports / June 11
Colorado Avalanche Defenceman Cale Makar Wins Norris Trophy Again
It was a big day for one Colorado Avalanche defenceman. News emerged on Wednesday that Cale Makar has won the second Norris Trophy in his career. Makar was surprised with the honour at a golf outing in his hometown of Calgary.
Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / June 11
Avalanche’s Cale Makar Wins 2025 James Norris Memorial Trophy
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar has won the James Norris Memorial Trophy for the second time in his career, capturing 176 of the 191 available first-place votes.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / June 11
Canucks: Quinn Hughes finishes behind Werenski and Makar in 2024-25 Norris Trophy race
Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes won’t join the shortlist of NHL defencemen to capture the Norris Trophy in back-to-back seasons. Not yet, at least.
Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / June 11
Avalanche’s Cale Makar wins 2024-25 Norris Trophy
The NHL has announced that Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar has won the 2024-25 James Norris Memorial Trophy. The Norris Trophy is awarded “to the defense player who demonstrates throughout the season the greatest all-round ability in the position.” The award is voted on by the Professional Hockey Writers Association.
Colorado Avalanche News / NHL Trade Talk / June 11
Cale Makar Wins Second Norris Trophy After Another Big Season
Colorado Avalanche star Cale Makar has been given the award for the NHL’s top defenseman for the second time in his career, winning the James Norris Memorial Trophy for the 2024-25 season.
Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 11
Avalanche star wins second Norris Trophy in four seasons
He was the clear favorite for the award, becoming the first D-man to hit 30 goals and 90 points in the same season since Paul Coffey in 1988-89.
Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / June 5
Colorado Avalanche 2024-25 Player Report Card: Cale Makar
The 2024-25 season is in the books for all but two teams. For the Colorado Avalanche, the feeling of disappointment is one that rings loudly. Faced with another major Game 7, the Avalanche fell short to the Dallas Stars, leading to an offseason of speculation and conjecture.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 28
NHL's divisional playoff format stinks – and it's time to move on
It’s never been clearer that the divisional playoff format needs to go, especially after what we’ve seen this season.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1
Norris Trophy breakdown: Will Cale Makar come out on top?
On Tuesday, the NHL named Quinn Hughes, Cale Makar and Zach Werenski as finalists for the Norris Trophy.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 29
Hughes, Makar & Werenski Named 2025 Norris Trophy Finalists
The NHL announced its finalists for the James Norris Trophy, an annual tradition since 1953, awarded to the league’s best defenseman. The trophy honors
Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / April 29
Avalanche Defenseman Cale Makar Named Norris Trophy Finalist
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar has been named a finalist for the Norris Trophy, along with Quinn Hughes of the Vancouver Canucks and Zach Werenski of the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Colorado Avalanche News / Yardbarker / April 3
Avalanche star Cale Makar reaches rare milestone
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar's latest goal put him into a rather exclusive club in NHL history.
Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / April 3
Avalanche’s Cale Makar becomes first NHL defenseman in 16 years to score 30 goals in a season
One of the most dynamic players in the game has put himself in rare air. On Thursday night, in a game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar scored his 30th goal of the season.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 16
Watch: Avalanche's Cale Makar scores winning goal in thriller vs. Stars
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar spoiled Mikko Rantanen's homecoming to Denver.
Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Hockey Now / March 7
Makar has Epic 6-Point Game to Set Franchise Record
Cale Makar earned six points in the 7-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks, setting a franchise record for most points in a game by a defenseman. The last time an NHL defenseman scored two goals and earned two assists was Paul Coffey on March 14, 1986.
Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Hockey Now / February 23
Cale Makar Makes NHL History with Outstanding Assist
Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar earned his 400th career point and made NHL history against the St. Louis Blues on Feb. 23. Makar shot the puck from the blueline and Devon Toews deflected it past Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington at 12:11 in the first period.
Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / February 16
‘I’m going to do everything I can to play tomorrow’: Canada’s Cale Makar hopes to play against Finland
Missing Saturday night’s 4 Nations Face-Off showdown between Canada and the United States will probably one of the toughest decisions that Cale Makar has had to make in his career, especially with the Canadians losing.
Colorado Avalanche News / Hockey Patrol / February 15
Team Canada's Cale Makar suffers setback during 4 Nations Face-Off
Team Canada is going to have a tough time if it doesn't have Cale Makar in the fold against the USA.
Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 14
Star Team Canada defenseman misses practice ahead of Team USA matchup
Team Canada could be without its best defenseman, Cale Makar, when it takes on Team USA, which is also without its best defenseman, Quinn Hughes.
Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Hockey Now / January 19
Cale Makar Makes History with Spectacular Goal
Cale Makar reached a significant milestone against the Dallas Stars on Saturday afternoon. His goal at 10:31 in the second period was No. 100 for the 26-year-old defenseman.
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