TED LINDSAY AWARD
The Ted Lindsay Award is presented annually to the “Most Outstanding Player” in the NHL as voted by fellow members of the NHLPA. Introduced on April 29, 2012, it remains the only award voted on by the players themselves, carrying on the tradition established by the Lester B. Pearson Award since 1970-71.
The Award honours Ted Lindsay, an All-Star forward known for his skill, tenacity, leadership, and for his role in establishing the original Players’ Association. Lindsay, the long-time Detroit Red Wings great, was also a four-time Stanley Cup champion with the Red Wings and was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1966. Lindsay’s competitive nature, his steadfast focus on players’ rights, and his pioneering work as president of the original Players’ Association laid the groundwork for the current NHLPA.
The “Most Outstanding Player” Award was first presented as the Lester B. Pearson Award, following the 1970-71 National Hockey League season. The Award was named after the 14th Prime Minister of Canada and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Lester B. Pearson. The players’ Award was renamed the Ted Lindsay Award in April 2010.
2012-13 Finalists
The three outstanding finalists for the 2012-13 Ted Lindsay Award are Sidney Crosby, Alexander Ovechkin, and Martin St. Louis.
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The three outstanding finalists for the 2011-12 Ted Lindsay Award are Henrik Lundqvist, Evgeni Malkin, and Steven Stamkos.
// Read More2010-11 Finalists
The three outstanding finalists for the 2010-11 Ted Lindsay Award are Corey Perry, Daniel Sedin, and Steven Stamkos.
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NHLPA MEMBERS SELECT SIDNEY CROSBY AS THE 2012-13 TED LINDSAY AWARD RECIPIENT
Crosby receives his second “Most Outstanding Player” award and is the second-consecutive Penguins player to receive the Ted Lindsay Award
// Read More- May 9, 2013
NHLPA ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR 2012-13 TED LINDSAY AWARD
Crosby, Ovechkin & St. Louis voted by fellow members of the NHLPA as finalists for the “Most Outstanding Player” award
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A Most Outstanding Day for Malkin
2011-12 Ted Lindsay Award recipient Evgeni Malkin was presented with some special keepsake items from the NHLPA, honouring his 'most outstanding' season
// Read More- June 20, 2012
NHLPA MEMBERS SELECT EVGENI MALKIN AS THE 2011-12 TED LINDSAY AWARD RECIPIENT
…Malkin is the third Russian-born player to receive the Award; fourth player in Penguins’ history to receive Award
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The "Most Outstanding Player" Award was first introduced as the Lester B. Pearson Award following the 1970-71 National Hockey League (NHL) season.
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What The Players Say
“In a fierce game like hockey, with the physical battles that go on all season, it’s a special feeling when those same opponents are the ones who voted for me.”
Jarome Iginla - 2001-02 Lester B. Pearson Award recipient“I think it’s huge for a player to win this Award. It tells a lot about the way you are viewed around the league . . . I think all players want to win this trophy.”
Alex Ovechkin - on receiving the 2007-08 Lester B. Pearson Award.“I’m not going to say the writers’ opinion doesn’t matter, but to be recognized by the guys you play against every night is an honor.”
Sidney Crosby - 2006-07 Lester B. Pearson Award recipient.
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