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WTPU: MacKinnon and Lehkonen have ‘special’ chemistry in Avalanche win

Nathan MacKinnon had a four-point night in the Avs' win over the Penguins. Catch the game highlights in "Wake the Puck Up."

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 5:53 PM
WTPU: MacKinnon and Lehkonen have ‘special’ chemistry in Avalanche win
Key Things to Know
  • Nathan MacKinnon and Artturi Lehkonen demonstrated special chemistry in the Colorado Avalanche's 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins.
  • MacKinnon tallied a four-point night, assisting on both Lehkonen goals and T.J. Hughes' first NHL goal.
  • Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar praised MacKinnon and Lehkonen for having highly complementary playing styles.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Nathan MacKinnon and Artturi Lehkonen displayed strong on-ice chemistry to help the Colorado Avalanche secure a 5-2 victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins. MacKinnon recorded a four-point performance, assisting on both of Lehkonen's goals as well as T.J. Hughes' first career NHL goal.

Head coach Jared Bednar praised the complementary styles of MacKinnon and Lehkonen following the win. Martin Necas contributed three points and Cale Makar recorded two points as Colorado rebounded from a slow start in their third game over four days.

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