Here are my award predictions for the 2017-18 NHL season.
Hart Trophy- Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers: McDavid is the best player in the league right now so this was an easy choice. This team is a cup contender and McDavid is the main reason why.
Runner up: Auston Matthews, Toronto Maple Leafs
Vezina Trophy- Braden Holtby, Washington Capitals: The winner of two years ago is my pick here. The Caps defense won't be as good, but Holtby may make it look better than it is. He'll win the Caps so many low scoring games.
Runner up: Carey Price, Montreal Canadiens
Norris Trophy- Roman Josi, Nashville Predators: Josi has become a superstar over the last few seasons and he'll take home this honor this season with his great play on both ends.
Runner up: Victor Hedman, Tampa Bay Lightning
Calder Trophy- Nolan Patrick, Philadelphia Flyers: Patrick will have help with guys like Claude Giroux and Wayne Simmonds mentoring him, which will be a bigger factor than people realize in what should be a great rookie season for the second overall pick.
Runner up: Charlie McAvoy, Boston Bruins
Jack Adams Award- Mike Babcock, Toronto Maple Leafs: The Leafs are ahead of schedule and Babcock, who should have won this award last season, deserves all the credit.
Runner up: Ken Hitchkock, Dallas Stars
Selke Trophy- Patrice Bergeron, Boston Bruins: Bergeron is one of the better defensive forwards in the league and he'll be credited with this award.
Runner up: Jonathan Toews, Chicago Blackhawks
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