Eleven Posted May 4 Report Posted May 4 All three of these guys have been through some stuff recently. My prediction is Toews. 1 Quote
Taro T Posted May 4 Report Posted May 4 30 minutes ago, Eleven said: All three of these guys have been through some stuff recently. My prediction is Toews. 31 minutes ago, dudacek said: He’s up against 2 very good stories. 30 minutes ago, Eleven said: All three of these guys have been through some stuff recently. My prediction is Toews. When all is said and done, expect the good ol' Canadian boy to be the one who's story they can't get enough of. All 3 are deserving. Quote
Eleven Posted May 4 Report Posted May 4 20 minutes ago, Dude said: Hopefully not named after Danny... No, Bat. 1 Quote
Skibum Posted May 4 Report Posted May 4 A lot of players come back from major injuries, and of course that's always a nice story. But I believe that what Rasmus has been through is on another level. Toews and Landeskog have had great careers, and while it would have been unfortunate for them to end prematurely, it's nothing compared to the potential consequences facing Dahlin's family. Much bigger than the game. Quote
Eleven Posted May 4 Report Posted May 4 31 minutes ago, Skibum said: A lot of players come back from major injuries, and of course that's always a nice story. But I believe that what Rasmus has been through is on another level. Toews and Landeskog have had great careers, and while it would have been unfortunate for them to end prematurely, it's nothing compared to the potential consequences facing Dahlin's family. Much bigger than the game. Weirdly, I've been through some of what Dahlin has been through and I think Toews has had the bigger personal challenge. It doesn't really matter--it's a nice award but it's inconsequential. 1 Quote
thewookie1 Posted May 4 Report Posted May 4 Dahlin or Landeskog would be the two I think deserve it. Toews came back but as a far lesser player. At very least Landeskog worked his way back to being a good to great player again Quote
Pimlach Posted May 5 Report Posted May 5 Would love to see Dahlin get it. Dahlin and Carolina’s story is certainly unique. 1 Quote
Jorcus Posted May 5 Report Posted May 5 1 hour ago, thewookie1 said: Dahlin or Landeskog would be the two I think deserve it. Toews came back but as a far lesser player. At very least Landeskog worked his way back to being a good to great player again I am not sure if it matters how good a player you come back as, just that you worked your way back. It will probably be Landeskog though. Quote
Punch Posted May 5 Report Posted May 5 Landeskog returned for the playoffs in 2024-25 and was already named a finalist for the Masterton last year. Seems a little odd but his return is plenty impressive nevertheless. Quote
Rasmus_ Posted May 5 Report Posted May 5 I think this is Dahlins award this year. But both are admirable on their own end. Quote
JoeSchmoe Posted May 5 Report Posted May 5 (edited) From the Hockey Hall of Fame website: "To commemorate the perseverance and dedication to hockey embodied by the 29-year old NHL rookie, the NHL designed the Bill Masterton Trophy for presentation to the NHL player who exhibits the same qualities as Bill Masterton." I think you have to give it to Toews. He's made a lot of money over his long career and is in all likelihood playing for the exact reasons this trophy exists. Rasmus on the other hand would already feel he's won. Edited May 5 by JoeSchmoe 1 Quote
French Collection Posted May 5 Report Posted May 5 5 hours ago, Andrew Amerk said: What is the story behind Toews being nominated? He got Covid and there were complications (long Covid) that prevented him from returning to the Hawks. His lungs were never able to allow him to train properly so he retired. He started feeling better after a few years and came back with his home town Jets. Quote
Trettioåtta Posted May 5 Report Posted May 5 48 minutes ago, French Collection said: He got Covid and there were complications (long Covid) that prevented him from returning to the Hawks. His lungs were never able to allow him to train properly so he retired. He started feeling better after a few years and came back with his home town Jets. He also explored alternative medicine options in India, when traditional medicine wasn't making him better. Slightly off the beaten path, but certainly shows perseverance. 1 Quote
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