On Tuesday, the NHL announced the three finalists for the Hart Trophy, awarded to the player most valuable to their team.
This year, along with former Blackhawks forward Artemi Panarin — now with the New York Rangers — Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl and Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon made the cut.
The winner will be announced during the Conference Finals or prior to the Stanley Cup Final per the NHL.
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Out of the trio, Draisaitl had the most points (110) at the time of the NHL Pause on March 12, then Panarin (95), followed by MacKinnon (93).