Dupuis, Zuccarello, Jagr named Masterton Trophy finalists
Pascal Dupuis, Mats Zuccarello, and Jaromir Jagr have been named this year's finalists for the Bill Masterton Trophy.
The award honors the player who "best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey."
Dupuis earned the nomination after he was dealt a devastating blow this season with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Following multiple battles with blood clots, he made the decision to retire on Dec. 8.
.@Duper0009 remains with the @penguins on a daily basis, attending games and providing feedback to coaching staff and players. #NHLAwards
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Zuccarello scored a nomination off the back of a career year that saw him lead the New York Rangers in scoring. He posted 26 goals and 61 points in 81 games.
The 28-year-old's impressive campaign came after a terrifying incident in the 2015 playoffs that saw him suffer a brain contusion and a hairline fracture to his skull after taking a Ryan McDonagh shot to the heard.
The ageless wonder Jagr collected his nomination for leading the Florida Panthers in scoring with 66 points while guiding the club to its first postseason appearance since 2012.