Quinn Hughes, Cale Makar, and Zach Werenski have been nominated as finalists for this year's Norris Trophy, awarded to the NHL's top defenseman. Hughes, the reigning champion, scored 76 points in 68 games for the Vancouver Canucks, achieving several milestones, including his 400th career point. Makar, a five-time finalist, delivered an impressive season with 92 points for the Colorado Avalanche, becoming one of only nine defensemen to score at least 30 goals in a season. Werenski of the Columbus Blue Jackets, in his first nomination, also had a standout season, finishing with 82 points and setting franchise records for defensemen.