Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy
NHL ice hockey award / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy is awarded annually to the National Hockey League player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey. It is named after Bill Masterton, the only player in NHL history to die as a direct result of injuries suffered during a game. The winner is selected by a poll of the Professional Hockey Writers' Association after each team nominates one player in competition. It is often awarded to a player who has come back from career– or even life-threatening illness or injury.
Quick Facts Sport, Awarded for ...
Sport | Ice hockey |
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Awarded for | National Hockey League player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey. |
History | |
First award | 1967–68 NHL season |
Most recent | Kris Letang Pittsburgh Penguins |
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