Bold statement right? Wrong. Today we will break down the stats and numbers, as well as help you understand the eye test for Rookie of the Year. The last player to win it for the Carolina Hurricanes was Jeff Skinner. The next one should be Martin Necas.
The Calder Trophy is the highest honor for a rookie who absolutely tears up the league in his first year wearing an NHL sweater. Before we get to the numbers and all of the excitement, let’s take a trip down memory lane and look at Necas’ background.
Background
Martin Necas is a Check born young man, and at only 20 years old he is quite accomplished in the hockey world.