UPDATE: In a thrilling display of skill, Colorado Avalanche superstar Nathan MacKinnon has just scored his 400th career NHL goal, achieving this milestone against the St. Louis Blues on February 14, 2024. The game, held at the Avalanche’s home arena, showcased MacKinnon’s rapid-fire scoring abilities as he netted his 401st goal just moments later.
MacKinnon struck first, finding the net on a rebound just 3:13 into the opening period against Olympic goaltender Jordan Binnington, quickly followed by another goal at 4:39. This performance marks him as the third player in Avalanche history to reach 400 goals, joining legends Joe Sakic (625 goals) and Michael Goulet (456 goals).
The 28-year-old forward has been on a remarkable scoring spree, leading the NHL with 34 goals this season and ranking second in points, only behind Connor McDavid. This season also highlights MacKinnon’s impressive consistency, as he has recorded the sixth-most goals and the second-most points in the league since his 2013 draft.
Despite not yet winning the Rocket Richard Trophy for most goals or the Art Ross Trophy for most points, MacKinnon has led the league in points for three consecutive calendar years (2023-2025), further establishing his status as a premier player in the NHL.
In addition to his regular-season success, MacKinnon boasts an impressive playoff record with 55 career goals in just 95 postseason games, the highest number of playoff goals in the NHL since his entry into the league.
MacKinnon’s achievements don’t stop there; he has also been named the MVP of the 2025 4 Nations Face-Off and is set to represent Canada in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. His Olympic announcement came alongside teammates Cale Makar and Devon Toews, both of whom were also selected for the prestigious event.
The Avalanche continue to showcase their dominance in the league, with MacKinnon at the forefront of their success. Fans are eager to see what other milestones he will achieve as the season progresses.
Next Steps: Keep an eye on MacKinnon’s performance as he seeks to further increase his goal tally and help lead the Avalanche in their quest for the Stanley Cup.
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