Igor Shesterkin has officially been named a finalist for the 2021-22 Vezina Trophy.
First full season in the NHL.
First Vezina Trophy nomination.
You’re one of a kind, Shesty, and we’re so glad you’re in a Blueshirt. pic.twitter.com/jIoD7BzG0B— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) May 10, 2022The timing of this announcement couldn’t come at a worse time, but the news isn’t surprising. Shesterkin is seemingly a lock to win this award, which is voted on by the NHL’s group of general managers.
The New York Rangers’ starting netminder had a regular season for the ages in which he went 36-13-4 with six shutouts, a 2.