As the Stanley Cup Playoffs continue, the National Hockey League is in the process of unveiling the finalists for its major awards for the 2024-25 season.
The finalists for the Calder Trophy, awarded to the league`s top rookie, were announced during the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery. The three players nominated are Macklin Celebrini of the San Jose Sharks, Lane Hutson of the Montreal Canadiens, and Dustin Wolf of the Calgary Flames.
Hutson stands out as only the fourth defenseman in the modern era (since 1943-44) to lead all rookies in points, achieving 66. He joins Bobby Orr (41), Brian Leetch (71), and Quinn Hughes (53) in this exclusive group. His 60 assists tied Larry Murphy (Kings, 1980-81) for the most assists ever by a rookie defenseman in NHL history. Should he win the Calder, 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 Aleksander Barkov has won the Selke Trophy for the second consecutive year. He was chosen over fellow Florida-based players Anthony Cirelli and Sam Reinhart, capping another outstanding season at both ends of the rink. The Panthers` captain played a key role in his team ranking seventh in the NHL for goals-against per contest (2.72) and tenth in penalty-killing percentage (80.7%).
The remaining NHL Awards will be announced daily throughout mid-May. The official 2025 NHL Awards ceremony is scheduled for June 2025, with the exact date yet to be determined.
Vezina Trophy Finalists
Awarded to the goaltender adjudged to be the best at his position.
- Connor Hellebuyck (Winnipeg Jets)
- Darcy Kuemper (Los Angeles Kings)
- Andrei Vasilevskiy (Tampa Bay Lightning)
Norris Trophy Finalists
Given to the defensive player who demonstrates throughout the season the greatest all-round ability in the position.
- Quinn Hughes (Vancouver Canucks)
- Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche)
- Zach Werenski (Columbus Blue Jackets)
Ted Lindsay Award Finalists
Annually awarded to the most outstanding player in the NHL, as voted by the players.
- Nikita Kucherov (Tampa Bay Lightning)
- Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche)
- Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche)
Hart Trophy Finalists
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 Finalists and Winner
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 marks Barkov`s second consecutive Selke Trophy win and his third overall career title. He was widely expected to win, boasting a plus-13 goal differential at five-on-five, consistently taking on challenging matchups, and contributing 71 points offensively. It appears Barkov`s dominance in the Selke race is set to continue for some time.
Jack Adams Award Finalists
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 Finalists
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 Finalists
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 Finalists
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)
