Makar Sidelined Against Flames Due to Upper-Body Injury
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar left Monday’s matchup with the Calgary Flames after sustaining an upper-body injury. The club confirmed he would not return as the third period began.
Makar was recorded with three assists before exiting. He skated 17 minutes and 15 seconds of ice time prior to his departure.
Game timeline and team update
The Avalanche issued the update via their X account on March 31, 2026. The announcement said Makar would not go back into the game.
He was absent from the bench to start the third period while Colorado led 6-1. It remains unclear when or how the injury occurred.
Player status and season numbers
The 27-year-old is the reigning Norris Trophy winner. He has been a driving force on Colorado’s blue line all season.
| Age | 27 |
| Goals | 20 |
| Assists | 55 |
| Points | 75 (in 73 games) |
How this affects Colorado
Makar sidelined against Flames created an immediate gap on the Avalanche defense. Colorado entered Monday with an NHL-leading 106 points.
The team returns to action Wednesday at home against the Vancouver Canucks. The club will monitor the upper-body injury and provide updates.
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