David Pastrnak vs Auston Matthews
David Pastrnak vs Auston Matthews: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare David Pastrnak and Auston Matthews?
Matthews and Pastrňák have emerged as two of the premier forwards in the NHL, often competing for scoring titles and recognition. Their rivalry adds excitement to the league's landscape.
David Pastrnak
Key numbers
- Career goalsOver 250
- Career assistsOver 250
- Career pointsOver 500
- NHL All-Star GamesMultiple
Top honours
- Maurice 'Rocket' Richard TrophyMost goals in the NHL (2020)
- Czech Athlete of the YearAwarded in 2020
- NHL All-StarMultiple selections
- NHL All-Star Skills Competition Accuracy ShootingWinner in 2019
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Auston Matthews
Key numbers
- Career GoalsOver 300
- Career AssistsOver 200
- Career PointsOver 500
- NHL All-Star Selections6
Top honours
- Hart Memorial TrophyNHL's Most Valuable Player (2022)
- Maurice 'Rocket' Richard TrophyNHL's leading goal scorer (2021, 2022, 2024)
- Calder Memorial TrophyNHL's top rookie (2017)
- Ted Lindsay AwardMost outstanding player as voted by peers (2022)
- NHL All-StarSelected multiple times