What happened: Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid earned recognition in the weekly goal showcase for their recent scoring plays. The showcase compared individual efforts from both star forwards following the opening month of the 2026-27 season.

Why it matters: Connor McDavid secured his fifth Ted Lindsay Award over the summer as the league's most outstanding player as voted by his peers. MacKinnon entered November coming off a four-point outing on Oct. 23.

What to watch: Both skaters continue regular-season play as the November schedule continues across the league.