Chicago defenseman Duncan Keith can understand why the NHL’s Hart Trophy is traditionally awarded to offensive-minded forwards. Some leading candidates for NHL honors as the league comes out of its All-Star break: Hart Trophy (MVP): Nashville defenseman Shea Weber deserves to be a leading contender, along with forwards Ryan Getzlaf (Anaheim), John Tavares (New York Islanders), Rick Nash (New York Rangers) and Steven Stamkos (Tampa Bay). Norris Trophy (top defenseman): Weber is playing a key role for the Predators, who own the NHL’s second-best record. Giordano leads NHL defenseman with 40 points and is part of a Flames team in contention to snap a five-season playoff drought. Don’t discount Los Angeles’ Drew Doughty, especially if the defending Stanley Cup champs secure a playoff spot. Calder (top rookie): Nashville’s Filip Forsberg leads rookies with 40 points (15 goals, 25 assists), and Calgary’s Johnny Gaudreau is second. Florida defenseman Aaron Ekblad, the No.
Nhl: After All-star Break, Looking At Possible Award Winners
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