Robin Lehner’s list of thank-yous was a long one.
The Islanders goalie is well aware being a Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy finalist for perseverance and dedication reflects as much on those who have helped him in his recovery from addiction and mental-health issues as it does on himself.
“It wouldn’t have been possible without all the pieces around me,” Lehner said on Friday at East Meadow as the Islanders resumed their playoff practices. “It’s a collective thing and a huge honor.”
Lehner, the Blue Jackets’ Nick Foligno and the Sharks’ Joe Thornton were announced as Masterton finalists on Friday in voting conducted by the Professional Hockey Writers’ Association.