Toews a finalist for Masterton Trophy

Winnipeg Jets forward Jonathan Toews has been named a finalist for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.

The award is presented annually to the NHL player “who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and
dedication to hockey.”

It is voted on by members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association.

Toews certainly fits the bill. The 38-year-old Winnipegger returned to the sport this past season following a two-year health-related hiatus caused by long COVID and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome.

The three-time Stanley Cup winner and long-time captain of the Chicago Blackhawks signed with his hometown Jets and played all 82 games, recording 29 points (11G, 18A) in the process. He was one of the league leaders in faceoff percentage (62.1%) and served as a mentor to many of Winnipeg’s young players,

Toews has not yet decided whether he plans to retire or return for one more season.