By Michael Caples –
The NHL announced today details surrounding their annual awards show, and what days fans can expect to hear the official nominees for the major awards.
Television and radio broadcaster George Stroumboulopoulos will host the event, set to take place on June 24 at the Encore at Wynn Las Vegas, with TV broadcasting (on NBCSN) starting at 7 p.m.
Here are the dates for each award nominee announcements:
Tuesday, April 22
Lady Byng Trophy (player best combining sportsmanship and ability)
Wednesday, April 23
Calder Trophy (top rookie)
Thursday, April 24
Selke Trophy (forward who best excels in the defensive aspects of the game)
Friday, April 25
Vezina Trophy (top goaltender)
Monday, April 28
Norris Trophy (top defenseman)
Tuesday, April 29
Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award presented by Bridgestone
Wednesday, April 30
Masterton Trophy (perseverance and dedication to hockey)
Thursday, May 1
Hart Trophy (most valuable player to his team)
Friday, May 2
NHL Foundation Player Award (community service)
Monday, May 5
Ted Lindsay Award (most outstanding player as voted by the players)
Tuesday, May 6
Jack Adams Award (top head coach)