15 Interesting Facts About Nathan MacKinnon

Nathan MacKinnon is a dynamic Canadian center for the Colorado Avalanche, celebrated for his speed, scoring prowess, and a career highlighted by a Stanley Cup and multiple individual NHL awards.

Position
Centre
Jersey
#29
Status
Active
Teams
2
Facts
15
1

He won the Stanley Cup with his team in 2022.

2

He was selected first overall in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.

3

He received the Calder Memorial Trophy as the league's top rookie in 2014.

4

He was awarded the Hart Memorial Trophy as the most valuable player in 2024.

5

He won the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy for sportsmanship and performance in 2020.

6

He earned the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy as the NHL's leading goal-scorer in 2026.

7

He set an Avalanche franchise record with 140 points in the 2023-24 season.

8

He holds the NHL record for the longest scoring streak by an 18-year-old.

9

He recorded his first career five-point game in a 6-2 win over the Washington Capitals in 2017.

10

He became the youngest player in Avalanche history to record a hat trick on February 22, 2015.

11

He was named the 4 Nations Face-Off MVP in 2025 after scoring four goals in four games.

12

He became the all-time leader in points for the Avalanche franchise since its relocation in October 2025.

13

He surpassed Joe Sakic to become the franchise's all-time leading goal scorer since the team's relocation in December 2025.

14

He holds the franchise record for most career overtime goals with 15.

15

He appeared in a recurring role as a fictionalized version of himself on the Canadian television show Mr. D.

About Nathan MacKinnon

Nathan MacKinnon is a highly decorated Canadian professional ice hockey center and alternate captain for the Colorado Avalanche. Drafted first overall in 2013, he has won the Stanley Cup, Hart Memorial Trophy, Calder Memorial Trophy, Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, and Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy, establishing himself as one of his generation's premier players.

Career Achievements & Milestones

Stanley Cup Champion

2022

Hart Memorial Trophy

2024

Calder Memorial Trophy

2014

Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy

2026

Ted Lindsay Award

2024

Player Information & Stats

Detailed career statistics and background information about Nathan MacKinnon.

Player Info

Country: Canada
Position: Centre
Jersey #: 29
Status: Active
Age: 30 years old

Physical Stats

Height: 6' 0" (183 cm)
Weight: 200 lbs (91 kg)
Born: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Career Stats

Seasons: 13
Goals: 420
Assists: 722
Points: 1142
Teams: 2
Drafted: 2013
Round: 1st

Teams & Career

Halifax Mooseheads Colorado Avalanche

Nathan MacKinnon plays for 2 different teams during his 13 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the Colorado Avalanche in 2013.