It’s been a long season and a long post-season. After all of the hard work that the players in the League have put forward, it is time that the best of the best are honored.
Here are your 2011 NHL Award winners:
ART ROSS TROPHY
This award is presented to the NHL’s leading scorer.
WINNER: Daniel Sedin, Vancouver Canucks
This marks the first time in NHL history that brothers have won the scoring title in consecutive seasons, and the third time that two brothers have won the award. Daniel also led the NHL’s top power-play unit by tallying a League-leading 18 goals and 42 points.
PAST WINNER: Henrik Sedin, Vancouver Canucks
BILL MASTERTON MEMORIAL TROPHY
This award is presented to a player that has shown perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey.
2010-11 FINALISTS: Ray Emery, Daymond Langkow, Ian Laperriere
WINNER: Ian Laperriere, Philadelphia Flyers
PAST WINNER: Jose Theodore, Washington Capitals
CALDER MEMORIAL TROPHY
This award is awarded to the most outstanding rookie.
2010-11 Finalists: Logan Couture (San Jose Sharks), Michael Grabner (NY Islanders), Jeff Skinner (Carolina Hurricanes)
WINNER: Jeff Skinner, Carolina Hurricanes
“I got a text from [my teammates] wishing me good luck. Those guys have helped me so much.” – Jeff Skinner
PAST WINNER: Tyler Myers, Buffalo Sabres
FRANK J. SELKE TROPHY
This award is awarded to the forward who excels in defensive play.
2010-11 Finalists: Pavel Datsyuk, Ryan Kesler, Jonathan Toews
WINNER: Ryan Kesler, Vancouver Canucks
“It’s not just an individual award. A lot goes into it. I pride myself in being hard to play against.” – Ryan Kesler
PAST WINNER: Pavel Datsyuk
HART MEMORIAL TROPHY
This award is awarded to the most valuable player to his team.
2010-11 Finalists: Corey Perry, Daniel Sedin, Martin St. Louis
WINNER: Corey Perry, Anaheim Ducks
PAST WINNER: Henrik Sedin, Vancouver Canucks
JACK ADAMS AWARD
2010-11 Finalists: Dan Bylsma, Barry Trotz, Alain Vigneault
WINNER: Dan Bylsma, Pittsburgh Penguins
PAST WINNER: Dave Tippett, Phoenix Coyotes
JAMES NORRIS MEMORIAL TROPHY
This award is awarded to the NHL’s Outstanding All-Around Defenseman.
2010-11 Finalists: Zdeno Chara, Nicklas Lidstrom, Shea Weber
WINNER: Nicklas Lidstrom, Detroit Red Wings
KING CLANCY MEMORIAL TROPHY
This award is awarded to a player that exemplifies leadership qualities both on and off the ice.
WINNER: Doug Weight
PAST WINNER: Shane Doan, Phoenix Coyotes
LADY BYNG MEMORIAL TROPHY
This award is awarded to a player that exemplifies sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct.
2010-11 Finalists: Loui Eriksson, Nicklas Lidstrom, Martin St. Louis
WINNER: Martin St. Louis, Tampa Bay Lightning
PAST WINNER: Martin St. Louis, Tampa Bay Lightning
TED LINDSAY AWARD
This award is awarded to the Most Outstanding Player Selected By the National Hockey League Players’ Association.
2010-11 Finalists: Corey Perry, Daniel Sedin, Steven Stamkos
WINNER: Daniel Sedin, Vancouver Canucks
PAST WINNER: Alexander Ovechkin, Washington Capitals
MAURICE RICHARD TROPHY
This award is given to the player who is the regular-season goal scoring leader.
WINNER: Corey Perry, Anaheim Ducks
PAST WINNER: Sidney Crosby (Pittsburgh Penguins) and Steve Stamkos (Tampa Bay Lightning)
VEZINA TROPHY
This award is presented to the Most Outstanding Goaltender.
2010-11 Finalists: Roberto Luongo, Pekka Rinne, Tim Thomas
WINNER: Tim Thomas, Boston Bruins
PAST WINNER: Ryan Miller, Buffalo Sabres
WILLIAM M. JENNINGS TROPHY
This award is given to Goaltender(s) on Club with Fewest Goals Against.
WINNER: Roberto Luongo and Cory Schneider, Vancouver Canucks
PAST WINNER: Martin Brodeur, New Jersey Devils
NHL GENERAL MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
2010-11 Finalists: Mike Gillis, David Poile, Steve Yzerman
WINNER: Mike Gillis, Vancouver Canucks
PAST WINNER: Don Maloney, Phoenix Coyotes
MARK MESSIER NHL LEADERSHIP AWARD
This award is presented to the individual with superior leadership in hockey and is a contributing member of society. It honors an individual who leads by positive example through on-ice performance, motivation of team members and a dedication to community activities and charitable causes.
2010-11 Finalists: Zdeno Chara, Shane Doan, Nicklas Lidstrom
WINNER: Zdeno Chara
PAST WINNER: Sidney Crosby, Pittsburgh Penguins
NHL FOUNDATION PLAYER AWARD
NHL players have a long-standing tradition of supporting charities and other important causes in their communities. NHL member clubs are constant in their quest to help local schools, hospitals, and charitable organizations. In recognition of this dedication, the NHL Foundation annually awards $25,000 to a current player’s charity that embodies the core values of the NHL: commitment, perseverance and teamwork.
2010-11 Finalists: Dustin Brown, Mike Green, Daniel and Henrik Sedin
WINNER: Dustin Brown, LA Kings
PAST WINNER: Ryan Miller, Buffalo Sabres
PRESIDENTS’ TROPHY
This award is presented to the club with the most points in regular season.
WINNER: Vancouver Canucks
PRINCE OF WALES TROPHY
This award is given to the Eastern Conference Playoff Champion.
WINNER: Boston Bruins
CLARENCE CAMPBELL BOWL
This award is given to the Western Conference Playoff Champion.
WINNER: Vancouver Canucks
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