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Who won the most Lady Byng Trophy?
Frank Boucher
First awarded in 1925, Frank Boucher (Canada) has won the most Lady Byng trophies with seven in 1928-31 and 1933-35 playing for the New York Rangers. The Lady Byng trophy is awarded each season to the National Hockey League player who displays the most sportsmanlike behaviour combined with the highest standard of play.
How many times did Wayne Gretzky win the Lady Byng award?
Wayne Gretzky has won the trophy five times, second only to Boucher.
Who was Lady Byng?
(Marie) Evelyn Byng, Viscountess Byng of Vimy (11 January 1870 – 20 June 1949), also known as Lady Byng, was the wife of Lord Byng, the 12th Governor General of Canada (1921–26).
What is Conn Smythe Trophy?
The Conn Smythe Trophy (French: Trophée Conn Smythe) is awarded annually to the most valuable player (MVP) of his team during the National Hockey League’s (NHL) Stanley Cup playoffs. It is named after Conn Smythe, the longtime owner, general manager, and head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs.
How do you beat the Lady Byng Trophy?
Description: First awarded in 1924-25, the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy is presented annually “to the player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.”
Can a losing player win the Conn Smythe?
The only skater to win the award in a losing effort is Philadelphia’s Reggie Leach, who won it in 1976 as he had set a league record for most goals in the playoffs (19), which included a five-goal game in the semifinals and four goals in the Finals, even though the Canadiens swept his Flyers.
Who has most trophies Selke?
| Frank J. Selke Trophy | |
|---|---|
| First award | 1977–78 NHL season |
| Most wins | Patrice Bergeron (4) Bob Gainey (4) |
| Most recent | Aleksander Barkov Florida Panthers |
Who votes for Conn Smythe?
the Professional Hockey Writers Association
The Conn Smythe Trophy is voted upon by the Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA) at the conclusion of the final game of the Stanley Cup.
Who votes on Conn Smythe?
Who is the best defensive forward in the NHL?
Contact Elite Prospects
| Season | Award winner | Birthplace |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | Aleksander Barkov (F) | Tampere, FIN |
| 2019-2020 | Sean Couturier (F) | Phoenix, AZ, USA |
| 2018-2019 | Ryan O’Reilly (F) | Clinton, ON, CAN |
| 2017-2018 | Anze Kopitar (F) | Jesenice, SLO |