Leon Draisaitl, Connor Hellebuyck and Nikita Kucherov were named finalists for the Hart Trophy on Thursday. The award is given annually to the NHL player voted most valuable to his team by the Professional Hockey Writers Association. The winner will be announced at a later date.

Tampa Bay Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov has been named a finalist for the Hart Trophy, along with Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck and Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl.