Cale Douglas Makar
Date of Birth: October 30, 1998
Birthplace: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Position: Defenseman
Shoots: Right
NHL Debut: 2019
Draft Information: Drafted by the Colorado Avalanche 4th overall in the 1st round of the 2017 NHL Draft.
Playing Style: Known for his skating ability, offensive vision, and playmaking skills, Makar is a modern, mobile defenseman who excels on both ends of the ice. His ability to drive the play, join the rush, and create scoring opportunities sets him apart as one of the top defensemen in the league.
✔️ Cale's Favorite Stick: Makar customizes his Bauer Nexus Tracer stick.
✔️ Cale's Favorite Skates: He tests and uses Bauer Supreme Shadow skates.
Career Highlights and Achievements
🏆 Stanley Cup Championships: 2022
🏆 Norris Trophy Winner: 2022
🏆 Conn Smythe Trophy Winner: 2022
🏆 All-Star Appearances: 2 (2022, 2023, and 2024)
🏆 Major Awards and Recognitions:
- Calder Trophy (2019-2020) as the NHL’s Rookie of the Year
- NHL First All-Star Team (2022)
- Stanley Cup Playoffs MVP (2022)
🏆 Milestones:
- Scored his first career playoff goal in 2021, becoming a key contributor to the Avalanche’s postseason success.
- Became the youngest defenseman to score a game-winning goal in the Stanley Cup Finals (2022).
- Continues to be recognized for setting new records in offensive output for defensemen in the postseason.
