Nathan MacKinnon has the inside track on his second-straight Hart Trophy winner. Here are four other names to watch in the NHL's MVP race.

NHL last night, including the Canadiens’ match in Dallas. The CH won their game against the Stars, but we also need to talk about what happened elsewhere across the league. It was a busy evening: That’s a wrap on a 13-game Thursday!

Nathan MacKinnon keeps the Avalanche rolling with his second goal of the game to give Colorado a 3-0 lead.

Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche) with a Goal vs. Edmonton Oilers, 01/16/2025

Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon extended Colorado’s lead in its Western Conference showdown against the Oilers with two first-period goals in rapid succession.