The Avalanche have alternated between dominant and average performances in their first four games, with the duo of Nathan MacKinnon and Martin Necas being the constant bright spot.
Despite inconsistent team results, MacKinnon and Necas have excelled, leading the NHL points race with eight points each after a 3-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres.
The Mikko Rantanen trade rumors are unlikely to subside anytime soon.
Author's summary: MacKinnon and Necas duo dominates early games.