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Nathan MacKinnon on pace to torch his previous career high for goals in a season

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Nathan MacKinnon is yet again a bright spot on the Colorado Avalanche in 2025-26, and leads the league in goals right now.

Montreal Canadiens v Colorado Avalanche | Matthew Stockman/GettyImages

On a day where the Quebec Nordiques made a return to Ball Arena (the Colorado Avalanche), Nathan MacKinnon helped the team make a mark against a team that currently resides in their former home town of Montreal—the Canadiens.

The Avalanche pulled away with a commanding lead, finishing off the Canadiens 7-2. MacKinnon scored a goal and assisted on two goals, putting his totals at 20 goals and 24 assists in 25 games.