SAN JOSE - The National Hockey League (@NHL) announced today that San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) defenseman Brent Burns (@Burnzie88) has been voted as one of three finalists for the James Norris Trophy, awarded to the League's top defenseman as voted by the Professional Hockey Writers' Association (PHWA).
"We are extremely proud of Brent and thrilled that he is getting the recognition he deserves," said Sharks General Manager Doug Wilson. "He has worked extremely hard to be an elite-level defenseman and has been an integral part of our team this season.