When You Realize The NHL Can’t Stop You

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Nathan Mackinnon is the 2023/2024 frontrunner to be the NHL's MVP. We break down how & why in this video.

[@emmytoussaint]

the way he carries the puck. his demeanor, his edge work, his physicality is what makes an NHL superstar.

[@CanadianKryptonite]

Its points let's be real lol.

[@BodyofWater_]

Only superstar who uses physicality this much. Absolutely love it. Open the ice up like none else also

[@milanek1527]

"Can't be stopped or contained" *Avs lose in the first round to the Kraken* (No joke I love the Avs it was just the funny the things that happened last playoffs and we say this lol.)

[@moemanncann895]

​@@BodyofWater_ Leon enters the chat

[@jeffbooker]

He's scary!

[@mikejames5546]

"He shoots the puck like he hates it", man, you nailed it!

[@balderhagert6155]

it's cheaper than psychiatry

[@kevinsnodgrass4586]

😊😊​@@balderhagert6155

[@antonyakimtsev9272]

​@@balderhagert6155более того - за это хорошо платят.

[@bubblesthemonkey6615]

He plays angry. Nothing looks “effortless” or “beautiful” from him, everything is done with intensity and effort. He’s ferocious. I love it.

[@ChrisRefakis]

As a longtime Avs fan, Mackinnon reminds me of Forsberg in his anger on the ice. So competitive.

[@TranslatedAssumption]

Foppa was a beast, he would just go out there and run people over and do whatever the f*** he felt like.

[@mikescorpio13]

Exact not in the same league as McD... he is on his own as the best NHL player just like Peter Forsberg was even if he didnt lead the league in points every year he was the top dog.

[@collasalbot7900]

@@mikescorpio13what are you talking about?

[@GymnasticsCoach83]

​@@collasalbot7900 Going to assume he's saying #29 is in a league of his own regarding his own style of play. In his own world, his own mindset...and nothing can stop him if he's in that mode. (which I completely agree with.) Also saying points don't make the man. (which I also agree with.)

[@eightequalsequalsdee]

I remember when Mackinnon was a rookie he reminded me of Milan Hejduk the way he could somehow move faster with the puck than without it.

[@jordandoering1549]

He's the only player I've ever watched that truly amazes me. Every time he's on the ice, I'm on the edge of my seat. You could witness something special at any time. He's really something special. He deserves to win a couple more cups...

[@winkletown8828]

Big Nate Mac is an absolute joy to watch. Pay attention everyone. There's a legend right in front of your eyes! Puck skills - impeccable, skating- phenomenal, physicality- comparable to 90's enforcers, shooting- top tier, the guy is exactly what you want in a hockey player. I'm not even a Colorado fan, but I'm damn sure a fan of Nate

[@eggstu]

A reporter asked coach Bednar about MacKinnon fighting and he bluntly said that fight in Nate is what makes him great and you have to embrace that in his game. 29 is a absolute beast

[@Anthony-GoAvsGo]

I remember Bednar saying he doesn't like MacK fighting but he's not going to tell him not to

[@marc-antoinemarcoux697]

I was happy for Jonathan Drouin to be able to reunite with his friend because well he's his friend but also because Drouin needed to play with a guy like MacKinnon, very physical and intimidating that can really push the play forward

[@pat7785]

I watched MacKinnon play many times in Halifax before he was drafted. Him and Jonathan Drouin Were absolutely electric. I'm proud to share a hometown with this legend!

[@Lili-pp6mu]

I love how he puts in so much work for his physical skills/body, but he also puts in the mental work with his therapist. I think he's the best guy to have with you in the playoffs hands down

[@MandatoryFruit]

As a Halifax native, it blows my mind to see him dominate the league like he does. I got to watch him play for the Mooseheads when I was younger, and now he's one of the best athletes in the world. Absolutely crazy.

[@the1andonly759]

That Petro clip always makes me chuckle 😂

[@user-ff1oh8up9r]

hes a rare breed. a true powerforward

[@gabrielidusogie9189]

MacKinnon opened up in an interview with I think Spittin Chicklets about he sought out a sports psychologist to discuss his hot headed ness and I think that’s helps. He’s dialed it in and honed it into speed and brute force.

[@10coolfacts]

Another assist and 2 goals tonight, including the game winner in OT. Dude is at the top of the game right now and he is so fun to watch.

[@CrazyDudeGoneWild]

I remember seeing this kid the first time when he played for team Canada ahead of the world championships 2014. His galopping style of skating around defenders, the drive and speed he generates while stickhandling like anyone else impressed me already back then and really seemed unprecedented to me. I never thought the guy would become a scary hitter in addition but I sure knew he'd become one of the best. As good as McDavid is, Nathan is probably the most complete hockey player I've ever seen.

[@notstazzmann9429]

One thing that should be mentioned is Landeskog's absence from the league this year. Mackinnon needed to pull more weight and really step up as a leader if he wanted his team to have a shot at the cup, and he absolutely has. I'm interested to see how his stats and his play develop even further when (or if) Landeskog returns from his injury. Also, just imagine how overpowered the Avs would be if they had their captain playing too.

[@bunniesonspeed]

landeskog has been absent for 2 years now

[@WhamBang]

Imagine when Lehkonen gets back.

[@samfrank2401]

I miss Landy... he does a great job keeping the team (and their opponents) honest. Hoping we can see him on the ice in 3 months

[@tomfoolery333]

@@samfrank2401 He is back in Denver, rumor has it that he has a chance to make it back for the playoffs. Fingers crossed.

[@Goldie88]

I miss our Capt!

[@LukeVenables]

I was watching that game with a mate who is an Avs fan. The replay of that hit came on and we both roared. His face was fantastic.

[@HarrisonHollers]

Jeff Marek described his skating as “galloping,” which is exactly what he does out on the ice. Hes unbelievable to watch! I’m a huge fan of the attitude and edge he plays with in his game. Just not against my team!

[@lelouchvibritannia4028]

I'm blessed as an Avs fan to have him. He's my 3rd all time favorite player behind Sakic and Forsberg.

[@TranslatedAssumption]

Pens fan here, people say that Geno has a gallop when he gets going but he reminds me more of a thoroughbred horse. Nate gallops like a White rhino

[@HarrisonHollers]

@@TranslatedAssumption no Geno is a power forward but nowhere near MacKinnon’s force while skating. Maybe Ovi is the only guy I can think of as a fair comparison. I believe a lot of Nate’s improvement is due to Sid working with him and challenging him to step up his dedication and work ethic all around. I dunno if this makes sense, Sid is the most efficient and effective skater. Always finds the right spots on the ice at the right time. I think a combo of sheer speed while being effective skating is Jack Hughes. That kid is unbelievable! Just his skating is worth the price of admission.

[@NifeOO4niff]

His game is like a prime Sidney Crosby on speed. The little head nod when he scores a goal, building up speed without the puck in preparation for a fast breakout. You can tell they train together and push each other so hard. Gotta love it!

[@Waddywoos360]

In the alternate reality where Crosby didn't start & finish his career with Pittsburgh it would have been amazing to see him play his last couple of years as the 2C with Mackinnon.

[@dana102083]

Aren't they neighbour's and train together in the off season? I saw a video with them discussing this..only at syds place too--he insists😂

[@Waddywoos360]

Yeah they are both from Cole Harbour and train together in the offseason. There’s a few vids of them and it looks pretty intense!

[@AlyxiSistahTweaky25]

@@dana102083 Marchand as well. And this year, Drouin trained at least some with them.

[@Zurrke]

Hit the nail on the head with the tempered anger point - he's got that look in his eye, the kind that intimidates you before anything else happens. Not to mention he's thinking 2 passes ahead at almost every moment. Absolute machine, thank you hockey gods for gifting him to us in the same era as Makar 🙏

[@jhedges8301]

My belief is that Patrick Roy had that same anger and he drafted Nate because he saw his cold angry stare reflected back at him when he looked at MacK.

[@bubblesthemonkey6615]

He plays angry. Nothing looks “effortless” or “beautiful” from him, everything is done with intensity and effort. He’s ferocious. I love it.

[@jeffe2267]

I really hope this is Nathan's opportunity for a Hart. He's such a complete player and is doing so much work with Landeskog out of the lineup. There have been multiple games this year where MacKinnon has just decided that the Avalanche are not going to lose and has done everything necessary to make sure of it.

[@dacemercer3390]

He’s absolutely my favorite player to watch. It does help I’ve been an Avs fan since Forberg and Sakic. He plays so angry and he’s so ridiculously skilled it’s clear to me he’s the best 2 way forward in the league right now and it’s not even close.

[@Peccs91]

Dude is an absolute menace out there. Love his game.

[@user-er5sd2xl4e]

pietrangelo saying oh boy the moment he sees nate get the puck😂

[@ProfessionalCleancutguy]

🤣. It's unfair to have him or 97 coming at you.

[@APsychoLlama]

the day this vid is uploaded he has another monster performance and game winner against the stars.... unreal player

[@TheNovastorm]

I was telling my son this morning, after watching the highlights from last night's game, that this guy is the biggest superstar that NO ONE seems to ever talk about. He's SO good, but barely gets any attention in the media. It's wild!!

[@norgepolo]

It’s because he plays in Denver. Sports media downplays and ignores star athletes and teams from the Mountain Time Zone. Just look how the basketball media downplayed the Nuggets championship this past season and Jokic’s MVP awards over the past few seasons.

[@natthaphonnoble7946]

Not the broncos whenever there good everybody talks about them

[@norgepolo]

Agreed, the Broncos benefitted from the NFL becoming a constant presence in the US sporting consciousness and sports media, along with having superstars like Elway.

[@alexryu8467]

"Shoots the puck like he hates it" is such a good way to describe it. Makes it so fun to watch him play

[@nreedbuffalo]

Perfect timing on this video. Yet another OT winner from him tonight

[@turkeylegs23]

I truly couldn’t comprehend just how fast he is until I went to a game a few years ago. He looks so quick on TV but live in the arena it’s even crazier 😅

[@crow-the-unknown]

So happy to see an in-depth video like this on him. The Avs are my team and it's so sick seeing this guy light it up every night like the monster he is. He isn't better than McDavid as a whole, but he is the second best player in the league and I will defend that till the day I die. There just seems to be no stopping him. Ever.

[@henryrobbins2005]

he 100% is. and as a rangers fan, i believe cale is third

[@BodyofWater_]

Mack opens up the ice like no one else. I’ve always said, if he was able to pass to himself he’d score a goal every night lol. Plus, only superstar who uses this much dominant physical force

[@tiago2828]

Totally agree, Nate Dogg is just something else, no one can touch him

[@kenmasters2025]

he's got one thing McDavid doesn't. power. man, he's a bull.

[@randyyyyyyy6977]

Oilers fan here. It Nate or Makar for #2. Both those guys leave my jaw on the floor. Heart is Nate’s to lose this year.

[@cal8362]

Mackinnon is just build different…

[@ABagofDeadSquirrels]

Found this video right after just watching Mack pull the comeback off over Dallas 😮

[@Elmysticjuan]

That game winner against the Dallas Stars tonight 😮

[@robertrobbins1367]

At the Stars game tonight and watch this guy put up two goals left us flat footed . Hell of a player

[@apackperday]

Another three points tonight. At just 28 years old, he is unstoppable right now. Love it!!

[@stephensemp8634]

Get this man an MVP!!

[@Mulukkis]

Dude your content is 10/10. I'm really rooting for MacK to stay healthy so he could win both Hart and Art Ross. Literally an unstoppable force.

[@DavidRJones82]

Man... this this is the first time my man's getting some love like this Gotta enjoy it.

[@mackenziecampbell2224]

Best word to describe him for me is PASSION! He lives for hockey

[@chizorama]

^^^This af, man plays with fire in the belly.

[@johanjotun1647]

The muscle is more key than the anger. That Nate, Miko, Val pairing is like going up against Big Bro and friends

[@kaield4763]

I got Rantanen, makar, and val on my fantasy team and they rack up so many points on good nights. Almost secured a mackinnon trade too

[@snovalleymama]

As an avs fan, it has been crazy watching him this season

[@samfrank2401]

I was at the Sens game before Christmas, was an honor to witness history in person!

[@yanicerabaini2564]

Never stop that channel and that format bro, this is amazing content. Love the analysis that nobody else provides.

[@pineapplequeen13]

This guy's style reminds me of the hockey in the 90s that I grew up with and that made me a lifelong fan. I may be a Devils fan, but there's no denying that he's got talent. I may have to start tuning in for more Avs games!

[@GUISNIP]

Great analysis of this star player. M plays with a ferocity that is beautiful to witness. MVP this year.

[@seawolfe683]

As a flyers fan he's exactly the kind of player we need. Lots of skill, hard work, AND grit. He'd push the flyers into a realm we haven't seen in 40 years.

[@stephenwinchell7313]

What an absolute UNIT.

[@kieranforrest5263]

As a new hockey fan, I really appreciate this channel and finding it helpful to kind of explain hockey in short stories. Super helpful to get snippets of the game. I’ve been watching highlight for years but this year I’m actually keeping up somewhat and your videos help me know who’s who and what to look out for. Appreciate the work that goes into them!

[@fletcherreid837]

Watching Mackinnon gives me chills on the regular. What an incredible player.

[@shugies]

2019 playoffs. The flames played against the Avs. I had no clue who Nathan was. After a game 1 shutout loss to the flames, I remember the psychotic look that mackinnon had. I knew he was special and have rooted for him since

[@tiago2828]

Thanks for the deep analysis man, you did a great job explaining why Nate is the man! By far my fave player out there

[@seanwallace89]

That's not anger. That's intense focus and competitive drive. I played w a guy like that... they mentally and physically flip a switch on ice.

[@Alex-js5lg]

Another thing that's great about having MacKinnon near the blueline on the PP is his strong/fast backcheck. You can up the pressure when you have two of the fastest players in the league on the ice.

[@sydisticsandman]

#Facts

[@eljerc5894]

He is my favorite & I'm a Bruins fan 😂

[@lelouchvibritannia4028]

I always respected the Bruins as an Avs fan. Only Boston sports team I can stand lol.

[@dustinjones1346]

As an avs fan, it's annoyed me over the past couple years that McDavid and draisatl are at the front of every hockey conversation but Mackinnon and also rantanen rarely get mentioned. I'm glad somebody out there recognizes how good he is. The avs would be the undisputed best team in the league if they had a better goalie

[@Chewbachi]

Mackinnon is definitely second

[@natthaphonnoble7946]

@@Chewbachi mcdoodle hasn’t won shit !! Lmao get a cup first then talk

[@Markymark-gg6qf]

@@natthaphonnoble7946😂😂 mcdavo clears mackinnon and its not even remotely close. And ur only argument is mackinnon has a cup this is whos the better player not Whos got the better team😂😂 delete ur comment u goof

[@GreasyWop]

awesome video. Mackinnon is such a force out there.

[@jonmendelson1104]

2:24 "The guy is a bull in a china shop." The Mythbusters did part of an episode on that and the bulls completely avoided all of the shelves...they ran around a bunch but didn't bump into anything except each other.

[@mistyfarber8857]

That's all I ever think about whenever I hear someone say that phrase. Makes me laugh every time.

[@narfidy444]

So crazy watching this video and then seeing his OT performance tonight. Goated!

[@canadian__ninja]

He was always physical but in the past few years he's managed to increase the tempo and find ways to incorporate it into his offense the way someone like Ovi did and we're seeing the results in the scoresheets

[@devonrickett7692]

You have genuinely given me so much insight into a sport I have been watching my entire lift. Fantastic channel love what you do.

[@johanohlsson7134]

The way Mackinnon is dominating the NHL right now reminds me of Peter Forsberg. Just the pure anger and agression in the way he plays. It’s so rare to see such complete players scoring points and have the ability to change a game on their own using agression. Just mind blowing!

[@alexwirz6538]

Mac Attack is Back Baby!!

[@fluntimes]

Love our MacK. He's a beast.

[@BahamutBreaker]

MacKinnon is an absolute force of nature; undoubtedly one of the best forwards of the 2020’s. If he played on the East Coast or for a Canadian team, he would have a lot more visibility than he does in Colorado. Regardless, he’s a top five most valuable Forward in the whole league, for sure.

[@user-ux5zi2iz8o]

The problem is that he couldn't win a cup in a Canadian team . He has one and the Avs have the potential to win more cups. I'm glad he plays for the Avalanche . Denver has always been a hockey city

[@colebevans8939]

Wow that slow mo of his crossovers at 0:31 So much power in those strides. I can feel how wimpy my crossovers are compared to him. His explosiveness out of each step is like a horse at full gallop.

[@Goldie88]

McJesus is that you?? LOL

[@ScottGostick]

If I'm a GM choosing one player to build a team around it's Mackinnon. He's not McDavid but the difference is that McDavid can carry a team offensively, Mackinnon can drive the bus and bring the whole team with him. Mackinnon is the only elite power forward in the game today. McDavid has elite finish and elite speed that has Mackinnon edged out but Mack has a grit and a fire that McDavid just doesn't have.

[@tomfoolery333]

Agreed. He would be my pick to build a team around also. The grit he has in combo with his elite talent is unmatched.

[@Markymark-gg6qf]

Taking mcdavo all day everyday and its not even close…

[@juliand6317]

There is a reason he’s also known as the Mac Truck. Dude is all power and speed, plows through effortlessly when he can’t go around. Feels like the quintessential hockey player of his group. Passion, skill, strength and power; takes no crap and is a great fighter to boot.

[@Joobacca1297]

This video is incredible, great job dissecting his play! Please do more of these!

[@ProfessionalCleancutguy]

The chirp after the hit was 🥶

[@mikemayer8240]

"Puts one by you, with years of hate behind the puck" haha awesome line! Great content, keep it coming, thanks!

[@SRTifiable]

My buddy and I have been saying it for years. Angry MacK is best MacK

[@ichabodcraen]

Living in edmonton and cheering for the avs i get to watch some of the best players in the game right now. Great video

[@vee2live30]

I’ve been saying this for so long seeing it in a video is amazing, all the hype has been on mcdavid and Mackinnon has silently been the best all around player in hockey. As a pens fan watching him play is as entertaining as watching Sid. Incredible talent

[@Landon-sj9od]

Makininon is amazing

[@Kavan0124]

Great video. Loved the footage of Hubey and the speed comparison. HAdn't thought of that before!

[@BiggestBoy1]

Great video as always. Fun to see your style change and improve over tume

[@modernwarfaremaniac12]

The guy is such a beast. Great breakdown

[@sharkusvelarde]

The epitome of an NHL beast

[@ntoney09]

this is an awesome video! great analysis, he’s super fun to watch but i’ve never thought about it this analytically

[@_-KC-_]

I’m glad somebody went indepth about the absolute wagon that is MacKinnon

[@dalriada]

If headbutts weren’t illegal McKinnon would already have disabled half the league.

[@ThothGrowth]

Amazing analysis, thanks for these types of videos! I've generally been a pretty passive spectator, so It's cool to watch games, understanding how so much of the players movements are intentional and not purely just reacting.

[@paulrr5711]

By far the most exciting player to watch when he gets the puck.

[@stormchaser419]

Blues fan here. MacKinnon is top tier. Anybody with any knowledge of hockey knows he just excels in practically every facet of the game. As of January 19, he has 73 points and is plus 10. Insane. Should be MVP this year....finally. He is a Beast of a player. He is only 28 still and hopefully goes to late 30's. Guy is amazing to watch.

[@patton303]

I think the best summation is he just doesn’t play cute hockey. More like prime Sakic and Modano than any modern guys. And he has that insane extra gear. I go to a lot of Av’s games and it’s astonishing to watch his speed in person. And his skates are always the loudest ones on the ice.

[@paulybeefs8588]

Should be interesting to see how the physical side of his game carries into the playoffs. Running over guys like Emberson is fun to watch, but dishing out additional offensive-side big hits takes its toll. Come post season, defenders will take that trade every time to separate MacKinnon from the puck and let the bodies collide, even if they end up getting the worst of it. Everyone shifts it up into another gear come the post season, especially when it comes to physical play. It's hard to even imagine MacKinnon has another gear, it almost feels like he's playing post season hockey while the rest of the league is keeping some in the tank for the rest of the schedule. If he does still have another gear, it could be a historic performance.

[@matthewmartel1641]

this year is the calmest I've seen him and hes still playing with the most intensity as well.

[@zeasty777]

Ur breakdowns are amazing man.

[@stephenmartinek8315]

This is a great video, thank you for making it.

[@ericosborne2803]

3 weeks later and he's turned it up to another level!! He's the MVP and it's not even a question

[@jessecisaroski466]

My favourite nhl player by far!!! He’s unstoppable

[@ambrosius94]

He and McDavid are on another level and so entertaining to watch

[@rohan10D]

recently discovered your channel. amazing content man.

[@dsquiress]

How is Mackinnon not promoted in the media with the stats he puts up? It’s gotta be because he plays in Colorado

[@letigidou8660]

He's basically turned into Forsberg but get this... maybe even better.

[@lelouchvibritannia4028]

No hockey player in the history of the game is better than prime Forsberg.

[@xreptarbreex]

Last night's game nearly brought a tear to my eye. I have watched his OT winner like 10 times now. That shit is just unreal, and the comeback the Avs were able to mount is insane. If Georgiev can get back in form like he was last year, we stop making bad turn overs at the net, and we get Lehkonnen back, this team will be dangerous.

[@stivianvalchev7738]

So glad I autodrafted this guy up 4th overall in fantasy, best player in the league IMO.

[@giovannisagardia7555]

Nathan Mackinnon is a force of nature, just get out of the way. LETS GO AVS!

[@benchapp151]

Great vid bro! As always!

[@BackyardBitcoin]

Unreal video, nice work👍🏼

[@thomasbrown1655]

Great Video. Very well Done!!!