With the 2023 NHL playoffs currently underway, the league has started to announce the finalists for the 2023 NHL awards, know the predictions and favorites
The list of awards include nine major awards like the Vezina, the Norris, the Hart and the Selke.
NHL awards ceremony 2023 nominations finalists list, favorites, predictions, date
Congratulations to Dave Hakstol @SeattleKraken, Lindy Ruff @NJDevils, and Jim Montgomery @NHLBruins for being named the 2023 Jack Adams Award finalists! pic.twitter.com/58VE7qbCds
— NHL Coaches’ Association (@NHLCoachesAssoc) May 5, 2023
2023 Jack Adams Award finalists for coach of the year, as voted by the NHL Broadcasters Association: Dave Hakstol (SEA), Jim Montgomery (BOS) and Lindy Ruff (NJD).
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) May 5, 2023
Let’s go coach! 🫡#SeaKraken Head Coach Dave Hakstol has been named a finalist for the 2023 Jack Adams Award, which honors the @NHL coach who has contributed the most to their team's success. pic.twitter.com/Vw0fZPKAS7
— x – Seattle Kraken (@SeattleKraken) May 5, 2023
The league will then announce the winners of the awards on Monday, June 26 at the 2023 NHL Awards show in Nashville.
2023 NHL Awards list of finalists
Given below are the full list of finalists for each and every trophy:
Ted Lindsay Award finalists
- Erik Karlsson, D, Sharks
- Connor McDavid, F, Oilers
- David Pastrnak, F, Bruins
The NHL announced the finalists for the Ted Lindsay Award on Wednesday, May 10. The award is named after Hall of Famer Ted Lindsay and it was formerly called the Lester B. Pearson Award. It is given to the NHL’s most outstanding player annually based on votes by his peers.
McDavid has previously won the honor thrice in 2017, 2018 and 2022. Meanwhile Karlsson and Pastrnak would be first-time winners if they won it this year.
James Norris Memorial Trophy finalists
- Adam Fox, D, Rangers
- Erik Karlsson, D, Sharks
- Cale Makar, D, Avalanche
The NHL announced the finalists for the Norris Trophy on Thursday, May 4. The James Norris award awarded to the league’s best defenseman of the season. All three of this year’s finalists have previously won the award. Cale Makar won the award last year Adam Fox won it in 2021 and Erik Karlsson in 2012 and 2015.
Calder Memorial Trophy finalists
- Matty Beniers, F, Kraken
- Owen Power, D, Sabres
- Stuart Skinner, G, Oilers
The NHL announced the finalists for the Calder Trophy on Wednesday, May 3. This award is given to the league’s best rookie of the season. Last year, Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider won the award.
Frank J. Selke Trophy finalists
- Patrice Bergeron, F, Bruins
- Nico Hischier, F, Devils
- Mitch Marner, F, Maple Leafs
The NHL announced the finalists for the Selke Trophy on Tuesday, May 2. This award goes to the “forward who demonstrates the most skill in the defensive component of the game.”
Last year, Patrice Bergeron won the Selke award and it would be his sixth Selke if he wins this year. Meanwhile, Mitch Marner and Nico Hischier have previously never won the award before.
Lady Byng Memorial Trophy finalists
- Jack Hughes, F, Devils
- Anze Kopitar, F, Kings
- Brayden Point, F, Lightning
The NHL announced the finalists for the Lady Byng Trophy on Tuesday, May 2. This award is awarded to the “player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.”
Among the finalists, Anze Kopitar has previously won the award in 2016 while Jack Hughes and Brayden Point have never won it before. Last year, Jets forward Kyle Connor won the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy.
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.”
Former Flames coach Darryl Sutter won the award in 2022.
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy finalists
- Clayton Keller, F, Coyotes
- Kris Letang, D, Penguins
- Alex Stalock, G, Blackhawks
The NHL announced the finalists for the Bill Masterton Trophy on Tuesday, May 9. This award is given to the player who “best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey.” Last year, Canadiens goalie Carey Price won the award.
Hart Memorial Trophy finalists
TBD
The NHL will announce the finalists for the Hart Trophy on Friday, May 12. This award is given to the player who is deemed the “most valuable” to his team. Oilers center Connor McDavid is the reigning winner of the Hart Memorial Trophy.
Vezina Trophy finalists
TBD
The NHL are still yet to announce the finalists for the Vezina Trophy. This award is given to the league’s best goaltender of the season. Last year, Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin won the Vezina award.
- Hart Trophy: Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers.
- Norris Trophy: Erik Karlsson, San Jose Sharks.
- Vezina Trophy: Linus Ullmark, Boston Bruins.
- Calder Trophy: Matty Beniers, Seattle Kraken.
- Selke Trophy: Patrice Bergeron, Boston Bruins.
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