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www.linestarapp.comHere’s the latest on Cale Makar based on recent reports:
- Injury status: Reports in late March 2026 indicated Makar suffered an upper-body injury, with teams and insiders signaling it was not considered serious but that he would miss a few games to recover ahead of the postseason. Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar and multiple outlets suggested the goal was to avoid rushing him back, focusing on full health for the playoffs.[1]
- Playoff impact: With the regular season winding down, the Avalanche were prioritizing Makar’s health for the playoffs, and the expectation at the time was that he’d miss several games but be ready for postseason action.[1]
- Recent coverage: In May 2026, coverage from outlets like CBS Sports and Fox Sports highlighted his playoff performance and noted he remained a key contributor when healthy, with occasional injury-related limbo affecting availability for specific games.[3][6]
- Career context: Makar remains one of the league’s leading defensemen, having posted multiple 90+ point seasons and milestones such as the 500-point mark, underscoring his importance to the Avalanche when he’s on the ice.[4]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current updates from specific outlets (e.g., NHL.com, ESPN, CBS Sports) and summarize with dates and game status. I can also provide a quick timeline of his injury history and current playoff status.