Nathan MacKinnon

Ice Hockey Player with Colorado Avalanche

Nathan MacKinnon - Ice Hockey Player with Colorado Avalanche
Born

September 1st, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A professional ice hockey player, recognized for contributions to the National Hockey League (NHL) with the Colorado Avalanche. Debuted in the NHL in 2013 and quickly established himself as a top player in the league. Achieved career milestones, including multiple All-Star selections and a significant role in leading the Avalanche to the Stanley Cup Championship in 2022. Previously played junior hockey with the Halifax Mooseheads, capturing a Memorial Cup title in 2013.

Winning the Stanley Cup with Colorado Avalanche in 2022

Selected to the NHL All-Star Game multiple times

Recognized as the Calder Memorial Trophy winner in 2014

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