TED LINDSAY AWARD FINALISTS

Hockey is an intense, fast-paced and physical game that demands a high-level of skill and dedication that is unrivalled in professional sports. The players who play the game at the highest level compete fiercely against each other for 82 games a year, always working to stay one step ahead of the competition.

Born out of this intensity and physical struggle is a level of respect that is hard to put into words. It is this respect that makes the Ted Lindsay Award such a special recognition. To have the players that you line-up against each and every night vote for your name to be etched on this trophy is a true honour; the ultimate peer review. 

Henrik Lundqvist - The New York Rangers goaltender continued to solidify his status as one of the premiere netminders in the world with a stellar 2011-12 season. The native of Are, Sweden set career highs in numerous categories and lead the Rangers to the best record in the Eastern Conference. This is Henrik’s first Ted Lindsay Award nomination.

Evgeni Malkin - Evgeni proved once again in 2011-12 that he is one of the most skilled and dominant forwards in the game today. After battling back from injuries over the past couple of seasons,’Geno’ returned to top form this year, notching 50 goals and 109 points, a total that earned him the Art Ross Trophy. This is Evgeni’s third nomination as finalist for the “Most Outstanding Player” award, as voted by his NHLPA peers.

Steven Stamkos - The Markham, Ontario native continued to prove he is among the elite goal-scorers of his generation in 2011-12, lighting the lamp a league-leading 60 times, earning him the Maurice Richard Trophy as top goal scorer. This is Steven’s second consecutive nomination for the Ted Lindsay Award, with the likelihood of many more to come in what looks to be a promising young career.

One of these three finalists will be recognized by their fellow NHLPA members as this year's "Most Outstanding Player". Click here for bios on Evgeni, Henrik and Steven.