What happened: The agreement runs through the 2034-35 season and carries a total value of $163.2 million. It locks in Colorado's top defenseman ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.
Why it matters: The annual cap hit is the NHL's first above $20 million. Colorado has committed to a new salary benchmark as the league approaches training camps.
By the numbers: 8 years; $163.2 million total value; $20.4 million average annual value.
What to watch: Colorado's attention shifts to preparations for the 2026-27 season.