Is Colorado’s Nathan MacKinnon the best player in the world? His performance at MSG says yes

Is Colorado’s Nathan MacKinnon the best player in the world? His performance at MSG says yes

NEW YORK – After a rare disappointing showing in a season in which they’ve established themselves as a clear-cut Stanley Cup favorite, the Colorado Avalanche came to Madison Square Garden on Saturday afternoon with a clear mission. Win. And they did. Because the best player in the world wanted them to. Nathan MacKinnon scored first the go-ahead goal late in the third period and then, after Artemi Panarin tied the game with 42 seconds remaining i…

Rangers overmatched but not overwhelmed by Nathan MacKinnon, Avalanche

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Nathan MacKinnon shows up late as Colorado Avalanche take OT over New York Rangers - DNVR Sports

A bit of an upside-down game as the Colorado Avalanche depth did most of the heavy lifting with a Kelly goal, but Nathan MacKinnon came up clutch with two goals, including the OT winner. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE POD! iTunes link– Stitcher Link– Pocket Casts Link– Spotify Link