New This Season, Fans Can Contribute to Charitable Causes Supported by NomineesNHL Public RelationsMay 9, 2023 NEW YORK (May 9, 2023) – The National Hockey League today announced the 32 team nominees for the 2022-23 King Clancy Memorial Trophy, which is presented “to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.” The nominees were selected by their respective NHL teams. The winner will be chosen by a committee of senior NHL executives led by Commissioner Gary Bettman and Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly. The selection committee will apply the following criteria in determining the finalists and winner: * Clear and measurable positive impact on the community* Investment of time and resources* Commitment to a particular cause or community* Commitment to the League’s community initiatives* Creativity of programming* Use of influence; engagement of others The first-place finisher will receive a $25,000 donation to benefit a charity or charities of his choice. The two runners-up each will receive a $5,000 donation to benefit a charity or charities of their choice. The 2022-23 King Clancy Memorial Trophy nominees are: Anaheim Ducks: Kevin ShattenkirkArizona Coyotes: Travis BoydBoston Bruins: Patrice BergeronBuffalo Sabres: Alex TuchCalgary Flames: Mikael BacklundCarolina Hurricanes: Jordan StaalChicago Blackhawks: Connor MurphyColorado Avalanche: Devon ToewsColumbus Blue Jackets: Zach WerenskiDallas Stars: Jason RobertsonDetroit Red Wings: Dylan LarkinEdmonton Oilers: Darnell NurseFlorida Panthers: Aleksander BarkovLos Angeles Kings: Mikey AndersonMinnesota Wild: Matt DumbaMontreal Canadiens: Jordan HarrisNashville Predators: Juuse SarosNew Jersey Devils: Jack HughesNew York Islanders: Anders LeeNew York Rangers: Jacob TroubaOttawa Senators: Brady TkachukPhiladelphia Flyers: Scott LaughtonPittsburgh Penguins: Evgeni MalkinSan Jose Sharks: Luke KuninSeattle Kraken: Chris DriedgerSt. Louis Blues: Brayden SchennTampa Bay Lightning: Victor HedmanToronto Maple Leafs: Morgan RiellyVancouver Canucks: Elias PetterssonVegas Golden Knights: Reilly SmithWashington Capitals: Tom WilsonWinnipeg Jets: Blake Wheeler Support of Charitable CausesFor the first time, fans will have an opportunity to contribute directly to some of the charitable causes supported by King Clancy nominees. From May 9 through June 27, 2023, fans can visit www.Alltroo.com/KingClancy to donate to fundraisers benefitting charities chosen by the nominated players. Fans who donate will be entered to win exclusive prize experiences provided by each nominated player, such as tickets to a game next season, nominee meet and greets, and signed and game-worn merchandise, with travel arrangements covered, all subject to certain terms and conditions. All fundraisers will close at 11:59 p.m. CT on June 27, 2023. Alltroo is an online fundraising platform founded by Pittsburgh Penguins left wing and 2018-19 King Clancy Memorial Trophy recipient Jason Zucker, in partnership with the National Hockey League Players’ Association. HistoryThe King Clancy Memorial Trophy was presented in 1988 by the NHL’s Board of Governors in honor of Frank “King” Clancy, a beloved figure in the League for decades as a player, referee, coach, manager and goodwill ambassador. A three-time Stanley Cup champion and 1958 inductee to the Hockey Hall of Fame, Clancy was voted as one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players during the League’s Centennial Celebration in 2017. ### (5/9/23) |
