NHL announces Masterton Trophy finalists
by Dirk Hoag on Apr 30, 2009 11:28 PM EDT
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PrintPicking just three finalists out of a surprisingly high number of viable candidates this year, the NHL announced that Nashville's Steve Sullivan, Florida's Richard Zednik, and Detroit's Chris Chelios are in the running for the Masterton Trophy, given to the player "who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey."
Returned as a dynamic offensive force after missing nearly two years due to a back injury and subsequent surgeries.
Came back this season after nearly losing his life when a skate blade cut his carotid artery in a game on February 28, 2008.
As the "cranky old man" of the NHL, Chelios is the 2nd-oldest player in the history of the league, behind the legendary Gordie Howe. Mr. Hockey would probably suit up again if he thought Chelios had a shot at unseating him.
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How many Preds have ever been nominated for a big award like this?
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by Aditya T (smashville) on Apr 30, 2009 11:43 PM EDT reply actions
Hey, that’s a new one. It’s MasterTon, not Masterson or Masteron (as you have)
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by Cornelius Hardenbergh on May 1, 2009 8:12 AM EDT reply actions
Oh, and Chelios shouldn’t get this one.
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by Cornelius Hardenbergh on May 1, 2009 8:12 AM EDT up reply actions
Doh!
That’s what I get for trying to write after a long day driving a jam-packed minivan for 7.5 hours…
More fun than a stick to the face!
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