Nathan MacKinnon delivered one of the greatest individual seasons in NHL history during the 2025-26 campaign, cementing his status as an all-time legend. The Colorado Avalanche superstar shattered records while leading his team to playoff contention.
What made the season historic?
MacKinnon became just the third player in NHL history to record 150 points in a single season, joining Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux. His 62 goals ranked second in the league behind only Connor McDavid's 65. The 29-year-old center also set a new franchise record with 88 assists.
How did he impact the Avalanche?
The Avalanche's success hinged on MacKinnon's dominance. His plus-42 rating led all forwards, and he scored 28 game-winning goals - the most since the NHL began tracking the stat in 1983. Colorado finished third in the Western Conference with 112 points, largely thanks to MacKinnon's clutch performances.
What records did he break?
MacKinnon surpassed Peter Forsberg's Avalanche single-season point record (125) by a staggering 25 points. He also became the fastest player in franchise history to reach 1,000 career points, achieving the milestone in 687 games. His 1.28 points-per-game average ranked first among active players.
What's next for the superstar?
At age 29, MacKinnon shows no signs of slowing down. The two-time Hart Trophy finalist will aim to lead Colorado to their third Stanley Cup in five years next season. With his prime years ahead, more records could fall as he continues to rewrite the Avalanche's history books.