- Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon has been dominant against the Pittsburgh Penguins in recent matchups, recording 7 points in his last 2 games against them.
- MacKinnon has been one of the NHL's top scorers this season, leading the league in goals and ranking second in points.
- The Avalanche are the league's best team and will host the shorthanded Penguins, who will be without captain Sidney Crosby due to injury.
- MacKinnon will look to continue his historic dominance over the Penguins as the Avalanche aim to solidify their position atop the standings.