The big piece hardware already has been handed out, as the Stanley Cup belongs to the Golden Knights. However, there are still individual awards to be handed out.
This week is chock full of events on the NHL calendar, and first up is the 2023 NHL Awards. The finalists have been known for a while now, however, the recipients of the major awards in the league will be revealed tonight in Nashville.
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Some of the game’s biggest names have been nominated, including Connor McDavid, Erik Karlsson, David Pastrnak, Cale Makar, Matthew Tkachuk and Adam Fox. But who will be taking home the honors?
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The Sporting News is providing the results from the 2023 NHL Awards.
Who are the winners of the 2023 NHL Awards?
Here are the winners for the honors that will be handed out at the awards show, along with the full voting results and point system.
- 1st Place Votes: 10 points
- 2nd Place Votes: 7 points
- 3rd Place Votes: 5 points
- 4th Place Votes: 3 points
- 5th Place Votes: 1 point
OR
- 1st Place Votes: 5 points
- 2nd Place Votes: 3 points
- 3rd Place Votes: 1 point
Hart Memorial Trophy
Finalists
- Connor McDavid, F, Oilers
- David Pastrnak, F, Bruins
- Matthew Tkachuk, F, Panthers
The finalists for the Hart Trophy were announced on Friday, May 12. The award goes to the player deemed “most valuable” to his team.
Connor McDavid (@EdmontonOilers), David Pastrnak (@NHLBruins) and Matthew Tkachuk (@FlaPanthers) are the three finalists for the 2022-23 Hart Memorial Trophy, awarded “to the player adjudged to be the most valuable to his team.” #NHLAwards
#NHLStats: https://t.co/0E2DSaxfqH pic.twitter.com/Vrg3sKvp7g— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) May 12, 2023
This would be McDavid’s third Hart Trophy if he were to win. Pastrnak and Tkachuk have never earned the honor before.
Vezina Trophy
Winner:
- Linus Ullmark, Bruins
Finalists
- Connor Hellebuyck, Jets
- Ilya Sorokin, Islanders
The finalists for the Vezina Trophy were announced on Thursday, May 11. The award goes to the league’s best goaltender of the season.
The puck stops here! ✋ #NHLAwards
Linus Ullmark (@Icebeardude) picks up the Vezina Trophy as the League’s top goaltender! pic.twitter.com/FiXgGBSmzp
— NHL (@NHL) June 27, 2023
It is the first time in Ullmark’s NHL career he received the Vezina Trophy.
| Finish | Player (Team) | Points | Votes (1st-2nd-3rd) |
| No. 1 | Linus Ullmark (BOS) | 127 | (22-5-2) |
| No. 2 | Ilya Sorokin (NYI) | 70 | (3-17-4) |
| No. 3 | Connor Hellebuyck (WPG) | 32 | (2-5-7) |
| No. 4 | Juuse Saros (NSH) | 24 | (2-2-8) |
| No. 5 | Jake Oettinger (DAL) | 7 | (0-0-7) |
Ted Lindsay Award
Winner:
- Connor McDavid, F, Oilers
Finalists
- Erik Karlsson, D, Sharks
- David Pastrnak, F, Bruins
The finalists for the Ted Lindsay Award were announced on Wednesday, May 10. The award, named after Hall of Famer Ted Lindsay (formerly the Lester B. Pearson Award), is given annually to the NHL’s most outstanding player as voted on by his peers.
Connor McDavid (@cmcdavid97) takes home the Ted Lindsay Award for the most outstanding player as voted on by the @NHLPA! 🙌 #NHLAwards
This marks the fourth time he’s won it in his career! pic.twitter.com/33uWUcRu4v
— NHL (@NHL) June 27, 2023
It was McDavid’s fourth Ted Lindsay win. He previously won the honor in 2017, 2018 and 2022.
James Norris Memorial Trophy
Finalists
- Adam Fox, D, Rangers
- Erik Karlsson, D, Sharks
- Cale Makar, D, Avalanche
The finalists for the Norris Trophy were announced on Thursday, May 4. The award goes to the league’s best defenseman of the season.
Adam Fox (@NYRangers), Erik Karlsson (@SanJoseSharks) and Cale Makar (@Avalanche) are the three finalists for the 2022-23 James Norris Memorial Trophy. #NHLAwards #NHLStats: https://t.co/PBHG7Ytaru pic.twitter.com/zXP7Futey3
— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) May 4, 2023
All three have previously won the Norris. Cale Makar won it in 2022, Adam Fox earned the honor in 2021 and Erik Karlsson won in 2012 and 2015.
Calder Memorial Trophy
Winner
- Matty Beniers, F, Kraken
Finalists
- Owen Power, D, Sabres
- Stuart Skinner, G, Oilers
The finalists for the Calder Trophy were announced on Wednesday, May 3. The award goes to the league’s best rookie of the season.
After a 57-point performance this season, @Matty_Beniers10 wins the Calder Memorial Trophy as the League’s most proficient rookie! 🙌 #NHLAwards
Congratulations, Matty! pic.twitter.com/yOk4pCMIfk
— NHL (@NHL) June 27, 2023
| Finish | Player (Team) | Points | Votes (1st-2nd-3rd-4th-5th) |
| No. 1 | Matty Beniers (SEA) | 1,836 | (160-29-6-1-0) |
| No. 2 | Stuart Skinner (EDM) | 1,074 | (24-71-46-32-11) |
| No. 3 | Owen Power (BUF) | 929 | (9-60-61-31-21) |
| No. 4 | Matias Maccelli (ARI) | 498 | (2-21-30-46-43) |
| No. 5 | Wyatt Johnston (DAL) | 341 | (1-6-25-40-44) |
Frank J. Selke Trophy
Winner
- Patrice Bergeron, F, Bruins
Finalists
- Nico Hischier, F, Devils
- Mitch Marner, F, Maple Leafs
The finalists for the Selke Trophy were announced on Tuesday, May 2. The award is given to the “forward who demonstrates the most skill in the defensive component of the game.”
A good defensive game to compliment a strong offense. 💪 #NHLAwards
Patrice Bergeron of the @NHLBruins has been awarded the Frank J. Selke Trophy for the SIXTH time for excelling at the defensive aspect of the game. pic.twitter.com/Kr9ng5MIGU
— NHL (@NHL) June 27, 2023
It is Patrice Bergeron’s second consecutive Selke win and the sixth in his career Selke, the most out of any player in league history.
| Finish | Player (Team) | Points | Votes (1st-2nd-3rd-4th-5th) |
| No. 1 | Patrice Bergeron (BOS) | 1,914 | (187-4-2-2-0) |
| No. 2 | Nico Hischier (NJD) | 804 | (3-68-38-28-24) |
| No. 3 | Mitch Marner (TOR) | 480 | (3-21-39-27-27) |
| No. 4 | Jordan Staal (CAR) | 429 | (1-36-15-23-23) |
| No. 5 | Anze Kopitar (LAK) | 428 | (2-24-28-29-13) |
Lady Byng Memorial Trophy
Winner
- Anze Kopitar, F, Kings
Finalists
- Jack Hughes, F, Devils
- Brayden Point, F, Lightning
The finalists for the Lady Byng Trophy were announced on Tuesday, May 2. This award goes to the “player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.”
A true player’s player. 🤝 #NHLAwards@AnzeKopitar of the @LAKings has exhibited sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct, alongside his high standard of playing ability, making him the 2022-23 Lady Byng Memorial Trophy Winner. pic.twitter.com/xWRuypnrfa
— NHL (@NHL) June 27, 2023
For the second time in his career, Anze Kopitar earned the honor, previously winning in 2016.
| Finish | Player (Team) | Points | Votes (1st-2nd-3rd-4th-5th) |
| No. 1 | Anze Kopitar (LAK) | 1,175 | (77-36-14-24-11) |
| No. 2 | Jack Hughes (NJD) | 934 | (41-45-26-22-13) |
| No. 3 | Brayden Point (TBL) | 682 | (15-35-40-21-24) |
| No. 4 | Jaccob Slavin (CAR) | 552 | (18-27-23-17-17) |
| No. 5 | Joe Pavelski (DAL) | 362 | (16-9-11-20-24) |
Jack Adams Award
Finalists
- Dave Hakstol, Kraken
- Jim Montgomery, Bruins
- Lindy Ruff, Devils
The finalists for the Jack Adams Award were announced on Friday, May 5. The award goes to the head coach who has “contributed the most to his team’s success.”
Dave Hakstol (@SeattleKraken), Jim Montgomery (@NHLBruins) and Lindy Ruff (@NJDevils) are the three finalists for the 2022-23 Jack Adams Award, presented to the head coach who has “contributed the most to his team’s success.” #NHLAwards #NHLStats: https://t.co/lDI1SjUgv1 pic.twitter.com/Gj46R1eMAR
— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) May 5, 2023
Former Flames coach Darryl Sutter won the award in 2022.
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy
Winner
- Kris Letang, D, Penguins
Finalists
- Clayton Keller, F, Coyotes
- Alex Stalock, G, Blackhawks
The finalists for the Bill Masterton Trophy were announced on Tuesday, May 9. The award honors the player who “best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey.
For his perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to the game, Kris Letang (@Letang_58) is your 2022-23 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy winner! 👏 #NHLAwards
Well deserved, Kris! pic.twitter.com/UPnKeAjKVJ
— NHL (@NHL) June 27, 2023
Letang persevered through a stroke, the second one in his player career, during the 2022-23 season, as well as dealing with the death of his father within a span of four weeks during the season.
King Clancy Memorial Trophy
Winner
- Mikael Backlund, C, Flames
Finalists
- Darnell Nurse, D, Oilers
- Anders Lee, LW, Islanders
The King Clancy Memorial Trophy is a “sports award given annually to the National Hockey League player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and who has made a significant humanitarian contribution to his community.”
Mikael Backlund is your King Clancy Memorial Trophy winner! 😁 #NHLAwards
The King Clancy Memorial Trophy is awarded to the player who best exemplifies leadership on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.
Congrats, Mikael! pic.twitter.com/BSHi9sSTdY
— NHL (@NHL) June 27, 2023
Backlund supports the ALS Society of Alberta, is an ambassador for both Kids Cancer Care and Special Olympics Calgary, and also has partnered with Parachutes for Pets to create Lily’s Legacy, a program set up that allows children in foster care to keep their pets while they are transitioning into care.
Mark Messier Leadership Award
Winner
- Steven Stamkos, C, Lightning
The Mark Messier Leadership Award “recognizes an individual as a superior leader within their sport, and as a contributing member of society.”
Steven Stamkos (@RealStamkos91) has been awarded the Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award for 2022-23! ⚡ #NHLAwards
He best exemplified great leadership qualities to his team, on and off the ice this season.
Congratulations, Stammer! pic.twitter.com/iShLUa90Hk
— NHL (@NHL) June 27, 2023
E.J. McGuire Award of Excellence
Winner
- Connor Bedard, C, Regina Pats
The award is handed out to an NHL draft prospect “who best exemplifies commitment to excellence through strength of character, competitiveness, and athleticism.”
Connor Bedard is the winner of the E.J. McGuire Award of Excellence! 👏 #NHLAwards
The E.J. McGuire Award of Excellence is awarded to a candidate who best exemplifies commitment to excellence through strength of character, competitiveness, and athleticism. pic.twitter.com/58fKBprJBv
— NHL (@NHL) June 27, 2023
Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award
Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award is “given to someone who has positively impacted their community, culture, or society through hockey.” It is named after Willie O’Ree, the first black player to play in the NHL.
When are the 2023 NHL Awards?
- Date: Monday, June 26
- Time: 8 p.m. ET | 7 p.m. CT
The 2023 NHL Awards show is scheduled to take place on Monday, June 26 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.
The festivities start at 8 p.m. ET, 7 p.m. local time in Nashville. It is expected to run for two hours.
How to watch the 2023 NHL Awards
- TV channel (U.S.): TNT
- TV channel (Canada): Sportsnet, TVA Sports
- Live stream (U.S.): TNT app, Sling TV
- Live stream (Canada): SN NOW
The 2023 NHL Awards show will be broadcast on TNT in the United States, and Sportsnet in Canada. The French-speaking audience will be able to watch TVA Sports in Canada.
For those looking to live stream the show, the TNT app is an option in the United States.
Fans in the U.S. can also watch the 2023 NHL Awards on Sling TV, which is now offering half off the first month. Viewers can stream the sports they love with Sling Orange, which offers TNT, starting at $20 for the first month.
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In Canada, cord-cutters can catch the entertainment on SN NOW.
