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Avalanche Lock In Martin Necas with $92 Million Deal

11/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Colorado Avalanche extended Martin Necas's contract for $92 million, securing his long-term presence with the team.
Necas was acquired by the Avalanche in a trade for Mikko Rantanen.
He tallied 83 points in 78 games last season and has a near-point-per-game pace this season.
The deal offers stability for Necas and the Avalanche, likely with a lower cap hit than his potential free-agent value, given market conditions.

History

Historical Context

The 1967 NHL Expansion Draft marked a pivotal moment in professional hockey, introducing six new teams and doubling the league's size to 12. This expansion catalyzed a dramatic increase in player salaries, with averages soaring from $20,000 to over $100,000 by the 1970s. Today, contracts like Martin Necas's $92 million with the Colorado Avalanche highlight the sport's financial evolution and the growing value of elite players.

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Story summary

The Colorado Avalanche extended Martin Necas's contract for $92 million, securing his long-term presence with the team.
Necas was acquired by the Avalanche in a trade for Mikko Rantanen.
He tallied 83 points in 78 games last season and has a near-point-per-game pace this season.
The deal offers stability for Necas and the Avalanche, likely with a lower cap hit than his potential free-agent value, given market conditions.

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