Cale Makar just signed the biggest deal in the history of Hockey! — Zach and Phil break it all down
The Drive dives into the Avalanche’s roster construction challenge, with Cale Makar, Nathan MacKinnon, and Marty Necas consuming nearly half of the team’s salary cap.
Joe Sakic faces the ultimate balancing act: rewarding his stars while still building enough depth to keep the Avs in the championship window. With the cap rising each year, can Sakic’s plan work — and could a bold move like pursuing Connor Hellebuyck be the missing piece?
This is the insider breakdown of the Avalanche’s cap tension, Sakic’s strategy, and the excitement of what it means for the team’s future.
Avalanche stars Makar, MacKinnon, Necas consume 44% of the cap
Why top‑heavy rosters are risky in the NHL
Sakic’s plan to balance finances and depth
Rising cap as a source of hope for flexibility
Could a bold goalie move like Hellebuyck be the answer
Avs fans — weigh in:
• Can Sakic balance the cap and keep the Cup window alive
• Is the roster too top‑heavy to win it all
• And should the Avs chase a goalie like Hellebuyck
