"Carolina Hurricanes' Jaccob Slavin Takes a Step Closer to NHL's Top Defenseman Honor. The Norris Trophy, awarded annually to the National Hockey League's best defenseman, has been released, and Carolina Hurricanes' stalwart Jaccob Slavin has secured a spot in the top eight vote-getters. Slavin, known for his exceptional defensive skills and steady play, has been a key contributor to the Hurricanes' success in recent seasons. With this recognition, Slavin is now in the running for the prestigious Norris Trophy, which is set to be awarded to the league's top defenseman at the NHL Awards ceremony later this year."

Norris Trophy was released on Wednesday, with Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin receiving the eighth-most points in the voti ...