It has been a big week for the Colorado Avalanche during their three-day break before continuing their second round playoff series against Minnesota on Saturday. Accolades have been rolling in as the NHL continue their announcements of the three finalists for their voted awards.
First, a bit of a surprise as Brock Nelson was nominated for the Frank J. Selke Trophy. The 33 goals and 65 points he amassed on the league leading Avalanche squad certainly helped raise his profile this season.
Then, the nominees for the James Norris Memorial Trophy were announced and mainstay Cale Makar was among the finalists. It was a bit of a down year by Makar’s standards as the power play woes hurt his point totals, particularly in the goals department with 20 to go along with 79 points. Still, Makar keeps his nomination streak alive at six consecutive years in his seven-year NHL career.
Despite the honors, neither Avalanche player is expected to take home the hardware as Nick Suzuki is the favorite for the Selke and Zach Werenski for the Norris. That’s ok, the Avalanche have their sights set on a larger trophy.
