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Mats Zuccarello: Even Strength Assist Machine-
Connor McDavid, Ryan Getzlaf, Mark Scheifele. Those are the only three players with more even strength assists than New York Rangers’ forward Mats Zuccarello this season.
Although Zuccarello’s goal scoring abilities diminished a bit this season, his ability to set up his teammates jumped into the elite category. Zucarello would lead 27 NHL teams in even strength assists, and has nine more even strength assists than the next best Ranger, Brady Skjei.
Zuccarello will likely reach the 60-point mark this season while playing on a contract that earns him only $4.5 Million. Although he sometimes struggles defensively, his effort levels are consistently off the chart.
It’s time Zuccarello gets the recognition he deserves as one of the top set-up men in the entire National Hockey League.