"Three NHL Stars Nominated for Prestigious Bill Masterton Trophy The National Hockey League has announced the finalists for the 2026 Bill Masterton Trophy, an award that honors a player who has demonstrated perseverance, dedication, and spirit, exemplifying the qualities of the late Bill Masterton, a beloved Minnesota North Stars player who tragically passed away in 1968. Among the three finalists are Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, who has consistently demonstrated his resilience in the face of adversity, Colorado Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog, who has been an inspiration to his teammates with his unwavering work ethic, and Winnipeg Jets forward Jonathan Toews, who has battled through health issues to remain a dominant force on the ice. The winner will be announced at the 2026 NHL Awards, and it's anyone's guess which player will take home this prestigious honor."
Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog, and Jets forward Jonathan Toews are finalists for the 2026 Bill Masterton Trophy.
