Hart Trophy winner, Nathan MacKinnon has been a dominant force for the Colorado Avalanche throughout his first 11 seasons. His impact on the NHL was immediate, earning the Calder Trophy during his rookie campaign in 2013-14.
In the first highlight sequence, MacKinnon’s explosive skating is on full display as he blows past the Islanders' defense and scores a breathtaking goal during his rookie season. The second sequence showcases his relentless determination in a December 2018 game against the Coyotes. MacKinnon starts by delivering a big hit to keep the puck in the zone, causing a turnover. Later in the shift, he regains possession, fakes a shot to outmaneuver a defender, and fires a goal past the goaltender.
In his ninth NHL season, MacKinnon captured his first Stanley Cup in 2022. During the Western Conference Second Round, he delivered the signature goal of the playoffs. In Game 5 against the St. Louis Blues, MacKinnon picked up the puck deep behind his own goal line and went coast-to-coast, scoring a sensational goal—his third of the game. Hats rained down from the home crowd, who were left in awe of his brilliance.