Nick Suzuki wins Selke Trophy; Cole Caufield takes Lady Byng
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 8:43 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki was recognized with the Frank J. Selke Trophy as the NHL's best two-way forward. His teammate, Cole Caufield, received the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy for exemplary sportsmanship. Both awards were announced on June 5, 2026, highlighting the achievements of the Canadiens in individual player recognition this season. The awards reflect both players’ contributions on the ice and their character off it.
- •Nick Suzuki wins the Frank J. Selke Trophy.
- •Cole Caufield earns the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy.
- •Awards announced on June 5, 2026.
- •Recognizes Canadiens' standout performances this season.
- •Highlights both players' contributions on and off the ice.
- 8:43 PMYahoo Sports — Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki wins Selke Trophy, teammate Cole Caufield takes Lady Byng
- 5:15 PMESPN NHL — Habs' Suzuki wins Selke; Lady Byng to Caufield
"Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki has won the Frank J. Selke Trophy given to the NHL's top defensive forward while teammate Cole Caufield was awarded the Lady Byng Trophy for sportsmanship and skill. Suzuki, the first choice on 151 of the 198 ballots cast by members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association for the honor announced Friday, posted a career-high 101 points in 2025-26, and the Canadiens outscored their opponents 94-58 at even strength when Suzuki was on the ice. Tampa Bay center Anthony Cirelli finished second followed by Colorado center Brock Nelson.
"Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki was the runaway winner for the Frank J. Selke Trophy for the NHL's best two-way forward, while his teammate Cole Caufield won the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy for sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 8:43 PMMontreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki wins Selke Trophy, teammate Cole Caufield takes Lady Byng
Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki has won the Frank J. Selke Trophy given to the NHL's top defensive forward while teammate Cole Caufield was awarded the Lady Byng Trophy for sportsmanship and skill. Suzuki, the first choice on 151 of the 198 ballots cast by members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association for the honor announced Friday, posted a career-high 101 points in 2025-26, and the Canadiens outscored their opponents 94-58 at even strength when Suzuki was on the ice. Tampa Bay center Anthony Cirelli finished second followed by Colorado center Brock Nelson.
- ESPN NHLJun 5, 2026, 5:15 PMHabs' Suzuki wins Selke; Lady Byng to Caufield
Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki was the runaway winner for the Frank J. Selke Trophy for the NHL's best two-way forward, while his teammate Cole Caufield won the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy for sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct.
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