Florida Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk made an interesting comment hinting at who he considers the best defenseman in the NHL, ...

Avalanche superstar Cale Makar, not one to pass up a strategic advantage, would never be so bold as to suggest that the other ...

Associated Press DENVER (AP) — Cale Makar deflects not only shots but any mention of milestones related to him. It’s just the nature of the Colorado Avalanche’s dynamic defenseman.

Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche takes a breather against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period at Ball Arena on Monday, March 29, 2021.

Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche handles the puck against the Florida Panthers during the third period of Florida’s 5-4 win at Ball Arena in Denver on Tuesday, January 10, 2023.

Cale Makar of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates with his teammates after scoring a goal in the first period against the Calgary Flames in his NHL debut -- Game 3 of the Western Conference First Round.

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8), left, and Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (59) talk mid-ice after the Avalanche won game four of the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs ...

Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy on Sunday night after Colorado won the Stanley Cup championship, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 6, 2-1.

The Bandits gave Cale a longer runway, Gary says. Brooks coach Ryan Papaioannou first saw Makar in 2014 while scouting a Mac’s World Invitational Tournament.

Cale Makar’s attention has certainly shifted to #StanleyCup Final Game 4, but winning the first Norris in Avalanche history means something special. And he may not be done, writes @Peter_Baugh.

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar, right, is congratulated as he passes the team box after scoring against the Dallas Stars in the second period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Jan. 18 ...