Who wins the big 2017 NHL Awards in Vegas? (Video)
The 2017 NHL Awards have arrived, which means it’s time to make our final prognostications about which players will be taking home which big prizes. Check out Yahoo Sports Puck Daddy blogger Greg Wyshynski with his final, lead-pipe lock selections.
Here’s a rundown of Wednesday night’s awards:
Ted Lindsay Award (Most Outstanding Player as Voted by NHLPA)
Presenters: Ted Lindsay, Mario Lemieux and Mark Messier
Frank J. Selke Trophy (Forward Who Best Excels in the Defensive Aspects of the Game)
Presenters: Bob Gainey and Jay Baruchel
James Norris Memorial Trophy (Top Defenseman)
Presenters: Denis Potvin and Jay Baruchel
Calder Memorial Trophy (Rookie of the Year)
Presenter: Taran Killam
NHL General Manager of the Year Award (Most Outstanding General Manager)
Presenter: David Harbour
Jack Adams Award (Most Outstanding Head Coach)
Presenter: David Harbour
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy (Perseverance and Dedication to Hockey)
Presenter: Jacob Tremblay
Lady Byng Memorial Trophy (Outstanding Sportsmanship and Gentlemanly Conduct)
Presenters: Marcel Dionne and Aly Raisman
Vezina Trophy (Top Goaltender)
Presenters: Bernie Parent and Kevin Weekes
Hart Memorial Trophy (Most Valuable Player to His Team)
Presenter: Wayne Gretzky
