As the Stanley Cup Playoffs continue, the NHL is revealing the finalists for its major awards for the 2024-25 season.
During the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery, the league announced the finalists for the Calder Trophy, awarded to the top rookie. The three nominees are Macklin Celebrini (San Jose Sharks), Lane Hutson (Montreal Canadiens), and Dustin Wolf (Calgary Flames).
Lane Hutson made history, becoming only the fourth defenseman in the modern era (post-1943) to lead all rookies in scoring with 66 points. This places him alongside legends like Bobby Orr, Brian Leetch, and Quinn Hughes. His 60 assists also tied Larry Murphy`s record for a rookie defenseman. Should Hutson win the Calder, he would be the third Canadiens player to do so in the expansion era, following Brendan Gallagher and Ken Dryden.
Aleksander Barkov was recently announced as the winner of the Selke Trophy, marking his second consecutive win. He triumphed over fellow finalists Anthony Cirelli and Sam Reinhart, recognized for his exceptional two-way play. Barkov captained the Panthers to a top-10 finish in goals-against per game (seventh, 2.72) and tenth in penalty killing percentage (80.7%).
The remaining NHL Awards are being announced daily through mid-May. The 2025 NHL Awards ceremony is scheduled for June 2025, with the specific date still to be determined.
Vezina Trophy
The Vezina Trophy is 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
The Norris Trophy is 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
The Ted Lindsay Award is annually awarded to `the most outstanding player in the NHL.`
- Nikita Kucherov (Tampa Bay Lightning)
- Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche)
- Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche)
Hart Trophy
The Hart Trophy is 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
The Selke Trophy is 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 straight Selke Trophy win and third overall. He was a clear favorite, boasting a +13 goal differential at five-on-five, excelling in tough assignments, and contributing offensively with 71 points. Barkov`s dominance in the defensive forward role shows no sign of slowing down.
Jack Adams Award
The Jack Adams Award is given to the head coach that `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
The Masterton Trophy is 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
The Lady Byng Trophy is annually award `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
The Calder Trophy is 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)
