The NHL has announced the finalists for the 2024‑25 Calder Memorial Trophy, showcasing the top rookie talent from the league. Macklin Celebrini of the San Jose Sharks, Lane Hutson of the Montreal Canadiens, and Dustin Wolf of the Calgary Flames are vying for the prestigious award. Celebrini led all Sharks rookies with 63 points despite missing games, Hutson became the highest-scoring defenseman in Canadiens history, and Wolf dominated among rookie goalies with 29 wins, showcasing their prowess and setting franchise marks.

Celebrini, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, made history as the third-youngest rookie to lead his team in scoring, setting franchise records for assists and points by a rookie. His contributions came as he ranked among the top rookies in various metrics, including points per game and power-play efficiency. Hutson's 66 points made him the fourth rookie defenseman in NHL history to lead all rookies in scoring, matching the most assists by a rookie blueliner. Wolf's 29 victories place him within an elite group of rookie goaltenders, just shy of the franchise record.