Nathan MacKinnon himself said he thought a deal between him and the Colorado Avalanche was close. He was right.

MacKinnon and the Avalanche agreed on an 8 year, $12.6 million AAV deal which will make him the highest paid player in the league. Surpassing Edmonton superstar Connor McDavid by $100,000. The deal doesn't kick in until next season as MacKinnon plays the final year of his steal contract this coming season.

It's a massive contract for one of the league's best players. But will it hamstring the Avs next season as they will need money to sign RFA's Alex Newhook and Bowen Byram. The Avs might have to lay low for a season, but can get right back into the game the following year when the salary cap is expected to go up significantly.

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