Cale Makar is poised to become a finalist for multiple individual NHL awards this spring, with the Calder Trophy (rookie of the year) and Norris Trophy (best defenseman) strong possibilities.
The young Avalanche standout could also vie for the most prestigious one voted on by the Professional Hockey Writers Association: The Hart Trophy as league MVP.
But let’s not forget the Lady Byng Trophy, which goes to the “player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.”
Makar, 21, had zero penalty minutes heading into Saturday’s game against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks.