BOSTON, MA – The NHL announced today, April 28, that Boston Bruins forward Patrice Bergeron is a finalist for the 2016 Frank J. Selke Trophy. The Selke Trophy is awarded annually "to the forward who best excels in the defensive aspects of the game". The other two finalists are Anaheim Ducks forward Ryan Kesler and Los Angeles Kings forward Anze Kopitar.
“Being named a finalist for the Selke Trophy is a tremendous honor and one I am very grateful for,” said Bergeron. “While it is an individual award, my teammates and coaches deserve a lot of credit as well.