Nathan Raymond MacKinnon
Date of Birth: September 1, 1995
Birthplace: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Position: Center
Shoots: Right
NHL Debut: 2013
Draft Information: Drafted by the Colorado Avalanche 1st overall in the 1st round of the 2013 NHL Draft.
Playing Style: Nathan MacKinnon is known for his explosive speed, powerful stride, and puck-handling skills. A true power forward with a scorer’s finish and playmaker’s vision, MacKinnon dominates offensively and is nearly impossible to contain in open ice. His competitive drive and physical style make him a relentless force at both ends of the rink.
✔️ Some of Nathan's past sticks: Bauer Nexus Tracer, Bauer Proto R
✔️ Some of Nathan's past skates: CCM Ribcor 100K Pro, Ribcor 70K
Career Highlights and Achievements
🏆 Stanley Cup Championships: 1 (2022 with Colorado Avalanche)
🏆 All-Star Appearances: 7 (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024)
🏆 Major Awards and Recognitions:
- Calder Memorial Trophy: 2013–14 (NHL Rookie of the Year)
- Lady Byng Memorial Trophy: 2020 (sportsmanship and high standard of play)
- NHL First All-Star Team: 2018, 2020
- Hart Trophy Finalist: 2018, 2020, 2021
- Stanley Cup Champion: 2022
🏆 Milestones:
- First NHL goal: October 12, 2013, against the Washington Capitals
- Reached 100 career NHL points during the 2015–16 season
- Surpassed 700 career points in 2022–23
- Career-high 111 points (42 goals, 69 assists) in the 2022–23 season
- Led Avalanche with 24 points during 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs
