Gabe Landeskog named a Masterton Trophy finalist for the second time

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Gabriel Landeskog has been named a finalist for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy for the second consecutive year after a successful return to the NHL. He is recognized for his perseverance and dedication to hockey following a three-year absence due to injury.

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Gabriel Landeskog named Masterton Trophy finalist for second time
Recognized for perseverance and dedication after three-year absence
Scored 35 points in 60 games during comeback season

Bill Masterton Memorial TrophyGabriel LandeskogColorado AvalancheRasmus Dahlin

DENVER, COLORADO - APRIL 19: Gabriel Landeskog #92 of the Colorado Avalanche skates in warmups ahead of for Game One. (Photo by Ashley Potts/NHLI) Following a successful return to the ice and the NHL after a three-year absence, Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog was recognized by the voters and named a finalist for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. The award goes to the player who displayed perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to the sport of hockey. After three years of rehab and recovery, Landeskog was on the precipice of a return last year and therefore was the Colorado PHWA nominee for the 2024-35 season despite not yet having played a game. Landeskog was voted a finalist that year, too, along with Sean Monahan and Marc-Andre Fleury with the award ultimately going to Monahan of the Columbus Blue Jackets. For the 2025-26 season, Landeskog stands as a finalist along with Rasmus Dahlin and Jonathan Toews. Is this the year Landeskog takes home the trophy or will the multi-year nomination hurt his case? Landeskog’s comeback year was a success with 35 points in 60 games and the Avalanche are 51-7-8 over the full season with him in the lineup. Regardless if he takes home the award or not, everyone is thrilled Landeskog is back in action and clearly making a difference in his quest for a second Stanley Cup.

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Who are the finalists for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy in 2025-26?

The finalists for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy in the 2025-26 season are Gabriel Landeskog, Rasmus Dahlin, and Jonathan Toews.

What does the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy recognize?

The Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy recognizes the NHL player who displays perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to the sport of hockey.

How did Gabriel Landeskog perform in the 2025-26 season?

In the 2025-26 season, Gabriel Landeskog recorded 35 points in 60 games, contributing to the Colorado Avalanche's impressive record of 51-7-8.

Gabe Landeskog named a Masterton Trophy finalist for the second time

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