Nathan MacKinnon Nominated for Hart Trophy

Nathan MacKinnon is a finalist for the Hart Trophy, awarded to the NHL's most valuable player, after a stellar 2025-26 season with 53 goals and 127 points.

The NHL announced the finalists on Friday, with Connor McDavid and Nikita Kucherov also in the running.

McDavid had 138 points, while Kucherov had 130 points, despite missing some games due to injury and illness.

MacKinnon's 53 goals were a career high, and he also led the league in even-strength goals with 42.

He had a plus-57 rating, topping every other skater, and his 127 points ranked third behind McDavid and Kucherov.

The Colorado Avalanche, MacKinnon's team, won the Presidents' Trophy with a 31-2-7 start.

The Hart Trophy winner will be announced at the NHL Awards, with McDavid, Kucherov, and MacKinnon all previous winners of the award.

MacKinnon won the Hart Trophy two seasons ago, and has been a finalist on three other occasions.

He had a fourth-place finish in voting last year, but his impressive performance this season has put him back in the running.

The Professional Hockey Writers Association votes on the award, and the winner will be announced soon.

MacKinnon's teammates and coaches will be watching closely, as will fans of the Colorado Avalanche.

And with his career-high 53 goals, MacKinnon has proven himself to be one of the top players in the league.

But the competition is fierce, with McDavid and Kucherov also having impressive seasons.

So the question on everyone's mind is: who will take home the Hart Trophy?

MacKinnon's chances are looking good, with his impressive stats and consistent performance.

He has been a key player for the Avalanche, and his contributions have not gone unnoticed.

As the NHL Awards approach, fans and players alike will be waiting with bated breath to see who will be crowned the most valuable player.