Max Pacioretty remains one of the best left-wingers in hockey

When discussing the best left-winger in hockey over the past few seasons, the conversation tends to start with Alex Ovechkin. The future Hall of Famer is far and away the best goal-scorer and point-producer among those at his position.

But behind Ovechkin, a few names come up: Jamie Benn, Brad Marchand, Taylor Hall, and, yes, Max Pacioretty.

Since the start 2013-14 season, Pacioretty is third among left-wingers in goals behind just Ovechkin and Marchand.

Even if you adjust for goals per game played, Pacioretty remains third as Benn leapfrogs Marchand.