From the beginning of Connor McDavid's 2022-23 season to the end, it's been clear that what he's doing is special.
The last time someone topped his points total of 153, the Edmonton Oilers superstar wasn't even born yet. Mario Lemieux managed 161 points in 1995-96, but since that time no one's cracked 130.
So, before we try to make historical comparisons its important to acknowledge that McDavid's stellar campaign is utterly unprecedented in recent history.
If you believe the quality of hockey in the NHL has gone up in the last quarter century enough that it's unfair to compare his exploits to players in the 1980s and 1990s, then you already have your answer: this is the best season ever.