Comparing the Contract Extension Discussions for Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes

Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes await massive contract extensions—will shorter deals redefine superstar negotiations in the NHL? Chris Micieli and Seth Toupal compare the Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild defensemen’s situations as free agency looms, examining how recent signings, salary cap surges, and the allure of playing with family could shape the next wave of blockbuster contracts. The…