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Nikita Kucherov wins second Hart Trophy, adding to NHL accolades

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:55 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Nikita Kucherov wins second Hart Trophy, adding to NHL accolades

Summary

Nikita Kucherov was named the winner of the Hart Memorial Trophy for the second time in his NHL career on June 11, 2026. Kucherov received 72 first-place votes, narrowly edging out Connor McDavid by just 10 voting points. This season, Kucherov matched his career high of 44 goals and recorded 130 points, marking his third consecutive year as a Hart finalist. The voting for the trophy was particularly close, with all three finalists garnering significant support from the Professional Hockey Writers Association. Kucherov’s first Hart win came in the 2018-19 season, and he joins an elite group of only four players to have won multiple Hart Trophies in the Salary Cap Era.

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By the Numbers

•Kucherov won the Hart Trophy on June 11, 2026.
•He received 72 first-place votes in the tight voting race.
•Kucherov matched his career high with 44 goals this season.
•This marks his second Hart Trophy win since 2018-19.
•He is among only four players to win multiple Harts in the Salary Cap Era.

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What they're saying

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Nikita Kucherov has consistently been one of the most valuable players in the NHL since his first Hart Trophy win in 2018-19. It was more than time for him to win again, writes Adam Proteau.
— Yahoo Sports

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