# Joe Sakic Confident In This Avalanche Team. Says Makar Will Play Entire Career With Franchise.

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Podcast: [Locked On Avalanche - Daily Podcast On The Colorado Avalanche](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-avalanche-daily-podcast-on-the-colorado-avalanche-98533)
Published: 2026-06-12T04:00:00+00:00
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Colorado Avalanche fans get major reassurance: Joe Sakic declares Cale Makar an “Avalanche for life.” With Makar’s contract extension talks already in motion, Sakic’s confidence in keeping this franchise defenseman squashes speculation and lifts concerns—are Avalanche supporters finally free from another Miko Rantanen-like saga? Chris Micieli and Zach Pearson examine key takeaways from the Avalanche’s press conference, including Jared Bednar’s confirmed return, the coaching staff’s future, and the controversial decision to retain power play coach Dave Hakstol. The hosts dissect the team’s playoff shortcomings, debate the impact of aging stars like Nazem Kadri and Brock Nelson, and spotlight Gabe Landeskog’s remarkable comeback season. Plus, they break down the NHL’s Hart Trophy voting, questioning why Nathan MacKinnon and Colorado’s regular-season dominance weren’t reflected in awards season. Can this Avalanche core deliver another Stanley Cup—or is the window closing faster than expected? Image Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports

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