For his efforts in applying the core values of hockey to enrich the lives of people in his community, the New Jersey Devils are proud to nominate right wing Jordin Tootoo for the 2015-16 NHL Foundation Player Award.
Since the 2002 suicide of his older brother Terence, Tootoo has been committed to assisting charities that address suicide awareness and prevention, and youth at risk through Team Tootoo.
"We started the whole project after my brother passed away and we wanted to raise awareness for suicide prevention and youth at risk,” Tootoo said. "With suicide, you’ll never know the answers.