13 Jun 2025, 03:06
NHL Award Winners Announced: Connor Hellebuyck Wins Hart and Vezina
- Connor Hellebuyck received the Hart Trophy and Vezina at the 2025 NHL Awards ceremony.
- Hellebuyck became the first goaltender to win the Hart since 2015, achieving 47 wins in the season.
- The awards were presented in a new format, creating unforgettable moments for the finalists.
This was reported by Forbes, ESPN.
2025 NHL Awards
At the 2025 NHL Awards ceremony, which took place before the fourth game of the Stanley Cup Finals, Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets received the Hart Trophy as the most valuable player of the season. This is Hellebuyck's first Hart Trophy and his third Vezina Trophy for being the best goaltender.
Hellebuyck became the first goaltender to win the Hart Trophy since 2015, when Carey Price received the award. In the 2024-2025 season, Hellebuyck achieved 47 wins, the best record in the league, and helped his team secure the Winning Trophy.
The awards were presented in a new format, where finalists were announced during regular player activities, creating unforgettable moments. For example, the Norris Trophy was awarded to Cale Makar during a golf game in Calgary, and Anze Kopitar received his award in Slovenia.
In addition to Hellebuyck, other winners include:
- Nikita Kucherov - Ted Lindsay Award, best player as voted by players.
- Alexander Barkov - Selke Trophy, best defensive forward.
- Lane Hutson - Calder Trophy, best rookie.
- Spencer Carbery - Jack Adams Award, best coach.
The ceremony was broadcast on television and became part of the celebration of the hockey season.
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