Washington Capitals forward Connor McMichael is currently leading the NHL in goals per 60 minutes at 5-on-5 with 12 goals overall, shooting at an impressive 25%. Despite the likelihood of his shooting percentage declining, McMichael also leads forwards in individual expected goals per 60 minutes at 5-on-5, ranking in the top 10 at all strengths. As a late first-round pick in 2019, McMichael’s draft value was initially projected to be in the middle of the second round, but he has exceeded expectations with his performance this season and is poised for continued success moving forward.
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