As the Stanley Cup Playoffs progress, the National Hockey League (NHL) continues to unveil the finalists for its major awards for the 2024-25 season.
During the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery, the nominees for the Calder Trophy, presented to the top rookie, were announced. The three finalists are Macklin Celebrini from the San Jose Sharks, Lane Hutson of the Montreal Canadiens, and Dustin Wolf from the Calgary Flames.
Lane Hutson achieved a notable feat, becoming just the fourth defenseman in the modern era (since 1943-44) to lead all rookies in points (66). He joins an exclusive group featuring Bobby Orr (41), Brian Leetch (71), and Quinn Hughes (53) as the only blue-liners to accomplish this. His 60 assists matched Larry Murphy`s mark (Kings, 1980-81) for the most assists by a rookie defenseman in NHL history. Should he win the Calder Trophy, he would be the third Canadiens player to receive the award in the expansion era (since 1967-68), following Brendan Gallagher (2012-13) and Ken Dryden (1971-72).
The league also recently confirmed that Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov secured his second consecutive Selke Trophy, awarded to the best defensive forward. He edged out fellow contenders Anthony Cirelli and Sam Reinhart after another exceptional two-way season. Barkov`s leadership helped the Panthers rank among the NHL`s top 10 in goals-against per game (seventh, 2.72) and tenth in penalty-killing efficiency (80.7%).
The remaining NHL Awards are scheduled to be announced daily throughout mid-May. The 2025 NHL Awards ceremony is planned for June 2025, although the specific date has not yet been revealed.
Vezina Trophy
Awarded to the goaltender judged to be the best at his position.
- Connor Hellebuyck (Winnipeg Jets)
- Darcy Kuemper (Los Angeles Kings)
- Andrei Vasilevskiy (Tampa Bay Lightning)
Norris Trophy
Given to the defensive player who demonstrates the greatest all-around ability at the position throughout the season.
- Quinn Hughes (Vancouver Canucks)
- Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche)
- Zach Werenski (Columbus Blue Jackets)
Ted Lindsay Award
Annually awarded to the most outstanding player in the NHL, as voted by the NHL Players` Association.
- Nikita Kucherov (Tampa Bay Lightning)
- Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche)
- Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche)
Hart Trophy
Given to the player adjudged to be the most valuable to his team.
- Nikita Kucherov (Tampa Bay Lightning)
- Leon Draisaitl (Edmonton Oilers)
- Connor Hellebuyck (Winnipeg Jets)
Selke Trophy
Awarded to the forward who best excels in the defensive aspects of the game.
- Winner: Aleksander Barkov (Florida Panthers)
- Finalist: Anthony Cirelli (Tampa Bay Lightning)
- Finalist: Sam Reinhart (Florida Panthers)
This is Barkov`s second consecutive Selke Trophy victory and his third overall in his career. He was once again a strong favorite, posting a plus-13 goal differential at five-on-five, consistently taking on the toughest matchups, while also contributing 71 points offensively. Barkov`s reign as a top defensive forward shows no signs of ending soon.
Jack Adams Award
Given to the head coach who contributed the most to his team`s success.
- Scott Arniel (Winnipeg Jets)
- Spencer Carbery (Washington Capitals)
- Martin St. Louis (Montreal Canadiens)
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy
Awarded to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey.
- Marc-Andre Fleury (Minnesota Wild)
- Gabriel Landeskog (Colorado Avalanche)
- Sean Monahan (Columbus Blue Jackets)
Lady Byng Trophy
Annually awarded to the player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.
- Jack Eichel (Vegas Golden Knights)
- Anze Kopitar (Los Angeles Kings)
- Brayden Point (Tampa Bay Lightning)
Calder Trophy
Given to the player selected as the most proficient in his first year of competition.
- Macklin Celebrini (San Jose Sharks)
- Lane Hutson (Montreal Canadiens)
- Dustin Wolf (Calgary Flames)
