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Makar, Nelson Nominated For Nhl Awards

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 03: Brock Nelson #11 congratulates Cale Makar #8 of the Colorado Avalanche after his goal. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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.

Presenting the finalists for the Frank J. Selke Trophy! ???? #NHLAwards

The trophy is presented annually to the forward who best excels in the defensive aspects of the game. pic.twitter.com/5pftUkfZLL
— NHL (@NHL) May 6, 2026

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.

Presenting the finalists for the James Norris Memorial Trophy! ???? #NHLAwards

The trophy is awarded to the defenseman who demonstrates throughout the season the greatest all-round ability in the position.

Read more on the finalists ⤵️https://t.co/RkKgOMcfl8
— NHL Media (@NHLMedia) May 7, 2026

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.

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Makar, Nelson Nominated For Nhl Awards

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