NHL Three Stars of November: MacKinnon Dominates, Robertson Streaks, Bedard Breaks Through
The NHL’s top performers in November didn’t just rack up stats - they rewrote parts of the record book and elevated their teams in the standings. From a veteran superstar in Colorado to a rising force in Dallas and a generational talent making waves in Chicago, November belonged to three forwards playing at the height of their powers. Let’s break down why Nathan MacKinnon, Jason Robertson, and Connor Bedard earned the league’s First, Second, and Third Star honors for the month.
⭐ First Star: Nathan MacKinnon, C, Colorado Avalanche
If you’re wondering how the Avalanche surged to the top of the NHL standings in November, look no further than Nathan MacKinnon. The Colorado captain was on an absolute tear, leading the league in even-strength points (20) and plus/minus (+20), while tying for the league lead in total points (26). He added 11 goals - nine of them at even strength - and 15 assists, showing off his full offensive toolkit.
MacKinnon’s production wasn’t just high-volume - it was high-impact. He found the scoresheet in 11 of 13 games, including seven multi-point outings. The highlight came during a three-game stretch from November 8-11, when he posted 12 points (4 goals, 8 assists) - a run matched only by Peter Forsberg in franchise history, dating back to 1995.
The Avalanche went 11-0-2 in November, collecting 24 points - their best single-month total since January 2022. MacKinnon was the engine behind that push, driving play with speed, physicality, and elite vision. He’s now firmly entrenched in the franchise record books, sitting top-three all-time in goals, assists, and points for Colorado with 1,059 points in 895 games.
At 30 years old, MacKinnon continues to play like a man in his prime. After finishing runner-up for the Art Ross Trophy in each of the past two seasons, he’s making a strong early case to finally take home the scoring title.
Through 25 games this season, he leads the league in even-strength points (33), plus/minus (+30), and is tied for the league lead in goals (20). Add in 24 assists and 108 shots on goal - third-most in the NHL - and it’s clear: MacKinnon isn’t just having a hot month; he’s in MVP form.
⭐ Second Star: Jason Robertson, LW, Dallas Stars
Jason Robertson has always been a scorer, but in November, he took it to another level. The Stars winger led the league with 13 goals and tied for the monthly lead in points (26), helping Dallas to an 11-2-2 record - matching their best month this century.
Robertson was relentless with the puck on his stick, leading the NHL in shots on goal (62) and racking up 10 power-play points, including three goals and seven assists with the man advantage. His offensive output came in bunches, including eight multi-point games and a remarkable seven-game goal streak from November 11-25 - the longest by a Stars player since the franchise moved to Dallas in 1993.
That streak wasn’t just a personal milestone - it was a major factor in Dallas keeping pace near the top of the league standings. Robertson had back-to-back-to-back three-point games from November 11-15, and capped the month with a three-point night (1 goal, 2 assists) in his 400th career game.
Now in his sixth NHL season, the 26-year-old continues to prove why he’s one of the league’s most dangerous wingers. A second-round pick in 2017, Robertson sits sixth in the NHL with 35 points (16 goals, 19 assists) through 26 games.
He’s second in total shots (109), tied for third in power-play points (15), and tied for fifth in both goals and power-play assists. Quietly, but consistently, he’s building a résumé that demands national attention.
⭐ Third Star: Connor Bedard, C, Chicago Blackhawks
Connor Bedard is doing more than just living up to the hype - he’s carrying a young Blackhawks team into playoff contention. The 20-year-old rookie posted 23 points in 14 games in November (10 goals, 13 assists), finishing third in the NHL in scoring for the month and factoring in on over half of Chicago’s goals.
Bedard’s impact was immediate and consistent. He recorded points in 10 of his 14 games, including four multi-point performances with at least three points.
His standout outings included a four-point night in Calgary on November 7 (1 goal, 3 assists), another three-point game two nights later in Detroit, and a hat trick against Calgary on November 18. He closed the month with a dominant 2-goal, 2-assist effort against Anaheim.
To put it in perspective: only one other Chicago player this century - Patrick Kane - has matched or exceeded Bedard’s monthly point total. That’s elite company, and it’s a sign of just how special this kid is.
Through 25 games this season, Bedard ranks third in the NHL in total points (37), tied for fifth in goals (16), and ninth in assists (21). He’s also among the top performers in power-play production, with eight points and six assists on the man advantage in November alone.
What’s most impressive? Bedard isn’t just racking up points - he’s doing it with poise, creativity, and confidence well beyond his years. The Blackhawks are still a work in progress, but with Bedard leading the charge, the future in Chicago is looking a lot brighter - and maybe arriving sooner than expected.
Final Takeaway
Whether it’s MacKinnon playing like the league’s most complete forward, Robertson lighting it up with surgical efficiency, or Bedard showing why he was the No. 1 pick, November reminded us just how much talent is spread across the NHL. These three stars didn’t just lead their teams - they elevated them. And if this past month is any indication, we’re in for a thrilling stretch as the season heads toward the new year.