The 2023 NHL Awards take place live at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville at 8 p.m. and can be watched live on TV on TNT, Sportsnet, and TVA Sports.
The event will honor the best regular season players, including Most Valuable Player (Hart Trophy), Outstanding Goalkeeper (Vezina Trophy), Outstanding Defender (Norris Trophy), and Outstanding Rookie (Calder Trophy). The Ted Lindsay Award, presented annually to the “Most Outstanding Player” as voted by the NHLPA, will also be presented.
The show will be hosted by country music superstar, Dierks Bentley, who recently released a new album, Gravel & Gold. Dirks’ son Knox, a young hockey player, is going to work as a special correspondent. There will also be special performances by musical artists Brett Kessel, Mackenzie Porter and Alana Springsteen.
Presenters
According to a press release, presenters slated for this year include Hockey Hall of Famers Willie Urey and Mark Messier. Nashville Predators legend Becca Rain; country music artists Jesse James Decker, Lukasz, Dustin Lynch, Trevor Rosen (Old Dominion), Darius Rucker, Jelly Roll, and Trisha Yearwood; two-time Olympic medalist Sarah Nurse; David Boyle, general manager of the Predators; comedian Nate Bargatse; WWE Superstar Sheamus; and announcers David Amber, Caroline Cameron, and Anson Carter.
Ted Lindsay Award
Connor McDavid
David Pasternak
Eric Carlson
There is no shock here. He’s the guy who scored about a trillion points.
Connor McDavid (Hahahahaha) was awarded the Ted Lindsay Award for Most Valuable Player as voted on @tweet! 🙌 #NHLAwards
This is the fourth time he has won in his career! pic.twitter.com/33uWUcRu4v
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Ladybug Cup
Anzi Copitar
Jack Hughes
Brayden Point
Raccoon Jesus comes up with the nice guy who doesn’t take much of the trophy in penalties.
real player. 🤝 #NHLAwards@tweet affiliate @tweet He displayed athleticism and a gentlemanly demeanor, along with a high level of playing ability, which made him the recipient of the 2022-23 Lady Byng Memorial Trophy. pic.twitter.com/xWRuypnrfa
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Mark Messier Leadership Award
Stephen Stamkos
Stammer received the award voted for solely by Marc Messier. What a bother.
Stephen Stamkos (@tweet) won the 2022-23 NHL Leadership Marc Messier Award! ⚡ #NHLAwards
He has been the perfect example of his team’s great leadership qualities, on and off the ice this season.
Congratulations, Stammer! pic.twitter.com/iShLUa90Hk
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
EJ McGuire Excellence Award
Conor Bedard
The NHL gets a head start handing out the Bedard Awards.
Conor Bedard is the winner of the EJ McGuire Award of Excellence! 👏 #NHLAwards
The EJ McGuire Excellence Award recognizes a candidate who exemplifies a commitment to excellence through strength of character, competitiveness, and athleticism. pic.twitter.com/58fKBprJBv
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Calder Cup
Matty Benears
Owen Bauer
Stuart Skinner
The NHL’s rookie leader in scoring gets Calder. Kraken’s first ever winner.
After a 57-point performance this season, MustafaHosny Oh God, Amen Wins the Calder Memorial Trophy as the league’s most efficient rookie! 🙌 #NHLAwards
Congratulations, Matty! pic.twitter.com/yOk4pCMIfk
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Silk Cup
Patrice Bergeron
Nico Hischer
Mitch Marner
The most incredible surprise ever! Psych. It’s Bergeron again.
A good defensive game to complement a strong attack. 💪 #NHLAwards
Patrice Bergeron @tweet He received his sixth Frank J. Selke Award for excellence on the defensive side of the game. pic.twitter.com/Kr9ng5MIGU
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy
Chris Letang
Clayton Keeler
Alex Stallock
Incredible story. Very well deserved.
For his perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to the game, Chris Letang (@tweet) is the 2022-23 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy winner! 👏 #NHLAwards
Well deserved, Chris! pic.twitter.com/UPnKeAjKVJ
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Vezina Cup
Linus Ullmark
Conor Hellbwick
Ilya Sorokin
The prop behind one of the best regular seasons in NHL history.
The tweak stops here! ✋ #NHLAwards
Linus Ullmark (@tweet) was awarded the Vezina Cup as the best goalkeeper in the league! pic.twitter.com/FiXgGBSmzp
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
King Clancy Award
Michael Backlund
Andress me
Darnell Nurse
Mikael Backlund wins with his work in the Calgary community. Congratulations, Mikael! I did well.
Mikael Backlund is the winner of the King Clancy Memorial Trophy! 😁 #NHLAwards
The King Clancy Memorial Trophy is awarded to the player who best exemplifies leadership on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution to his community.
Congratulations, Mikael! pic.twitter.com/BSHi9sSTdY
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award
Canada – Dean Smith
United States – Jason McCrimmon
Congratulations to both men. good job.
Not all heroes wear capes. 🦸 #NHLAwards
Congratulations to our community heroes, Jason McCrimmon (USA) and Dean Smith (Canada) for winning the 2023 Willie Ore Community Hero Award, given to someone who – through the game of hockey – has positively impacted their community. pic.twitter.com/GnWDEAEjQD
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Jack Adams Award
Jim Montgomery
Dave Huxtol
Lindy Ruff
Another record-setting member of the Bruins organization receives an award.
A little coach appreciation for all of you. 🤭 #NHLAwards
Jim Montgomery, head coach of the @tweetWinner of the Jack Adams Award of the Year, presented to the coach who has contributed most to the success of his team. pic.twitter.com/HWiSrERS5s
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Norris Cup
Eric Carlson
Adam Fox
Cal Makar
Erik Carlsson wins Norris after scoring a billion points off the backend. Your usual reminder that Mike Green has been mugged. twice.
This is three peat ️
For the third time, the James Norris Memorial Trophy goes to the league’s top defenceman @tweet! #NHLAwards pic.twitter.com/PLWeTWzKgx
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Hart Memorial Trophy
Connor McDavid
Matthew Tkachuk
David Pasternak
McDavid with one more to add to the treasury.
never. doubt.
Connor McDavid (Hahahahaha) was awarded the Hart Memorial Trophy for the league’s Most Valuable Player! 🤩 #NHLAwards
This is the third of his career already! 👀 pic.twitter.com/lKDPj8X6Lw
– NHL (NHL) June 27, 2023
Feature image courtesy of NHL PR
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