The Winnipeg Jets’ surge to the top of the NHL’s Central Division standings hasn’t gone unnoticed by hockey media and fans across North America.
The Professional Hockey Writers Association revealed Friday the winners of 10 mid-season awards, based on a vote of more than 150 journalists in NHL markets across the league and 2,000 fans who cast their ballots online.
Among the local highlights are goalie Connor Hellebuyck finishing second in Vezina Trophy voting, and coach Paul Maurice sitting third in Jack Adams Award voting.
Three other members of the Jets garnered some votes: Blake Wheeler was fifth in Hart Trophy voting, Kevin Cheveldayoff was sixth for GM of the year and rookie Kyle Connor 10th in Calder Trophy voting.