Cale Makar
Awards & Honours
9
Awards Won
3
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
4
Records
Cale Makar's collection of awards is a testament to his rapid ascent and sustained excellence. He is the youngest defenseman to win the Conn Smythe Trophy since Bobby Orr and the first Avalanche defenseman to win the Norris Trophy twice. His achievement of reaching the 90-point plateau in a single season places him in rare company among defensemen. These honors highlight his unique ability to dominate the game at every level, from college hockey to the Olympic stage.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Highest Draft Pick in UMass History
Selected 4th overall by the Colorado Avalanche, setting a program record.
Alternate Captain
Appointed as an alternate captain, reflecting leadership standing within the organization.
NHL 100 Greatest Players List
Recognized as one of the greatest players in NHL history.
Rankings & Lists
Top 10 Players in the World
Top Active Defenseman
Magazine Covers
The Hockey News
March 2022
The New King of Defense
ESPN The Magazine
June 2022
Makar's Historic Run
Records & Feats
First Freshman to Lead All Defensemen in Scoring
Became the first freshman in NCAA history to lead all defensemen in scoring during his time at UMass.
Most Points by a Rookie Defenseman
Became the first defenseman in NHL history to record 50 points in a single season as a rookie.
Youngest Conn Smythe Winner Since Bobby Orr
Won the Conn Smythe Trophy at age 23, the youngest defenseman to do so since Bobby Orr.
Ninth Defenseman to Reach 90 Points in a Season
Joined an elite group of defensemen by reaching the 90-point plateau in the 2025–26 season.