MONTREAL — Defenseman Cale Makar was a late scratch for Canada ahead of its much-anticipated showdown against the United States at the 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday because of an illness.

Cale Makar, Colorado Avalanche's star defenseman, recently married Tracy Evans, a Calgary-based teacher and former athlete. Their romantic relationship culminated in a fairytale proposal in June ...

DENVER — The ever-modest Cale Makar did all he could to downplay his two-goal, four-assist night. It was a performance that just so happened to be the most productive offensive showing by a ...

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar, front, collects the puck as New Jersey Devils center Paul Cotter defends in the first period of an NHL hockey game Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, in Denver.

Cale Makar shared his excitement about playing for Team Canada in the 4 Nations Face-Off. He posted pictures of himself donning the red Team Canada jersey with the iconic Maple Leaf logo.

Part of the reason for Canada’s loss could be chalked up to the absence of their best defenseman, Cale Makar. An illness sidelined Makar for the game against the United States, forcing Canada to ...

Avalanche Standout Cale Makar Has 6-Point Game to Break Franchise Record for Defenseman DENVER (AP) — The ever-modest Cale Makar did all he could to downplay his two-goal, four-assist night.

Makar registered an assist and two shots on goal in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Penguins. Makar's assist streak is up to four games, and he has a total of five helpers in that span. He contributed ...