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Arizona Coyotes rookie Clayton Keller named finalist for Calder trophy

Coyotes forward Clayton Keller talks with Richard Morin of azcentral sports about the youth on the team and optimism for next year.

Coyotes rookie Clayton Keller has been named a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the league's top rookie, the NHL announced Sunday.

The award is voted on by members of the Pro Hockey Writers Association (PHWA). The winner of the award will be announced in June at the NHL Awards ceremony in Las Vegas.

Keller totaled 65 points (23 goals, 42 assists) and led the Coyotes in scoring this season.