Nathan MacKinnon Sets Career High in Goals as Avs Clinch Top Seed

Nathan MacKinnon reached a career-high 52 goals during Thursday's 3-1 win over the Flames, contributing an empty-net goal and two assists. The victory officially clinched the NHL's top seed and the Presidents' Trophy for the Avalanche, marking the fourth time in franchise history they have earned the league's best record. With 114 points and four games remaining, the team is now eyeing a potential 120-point season.