Leon Draisaitl of the Edmonton Oilers, Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets, and Nikita Kucherov of the Tampa Bay Lightning have been selected as finalists for the prestigious 2024-25 Hart Memorial Trophy, awarded for being the NHL's most valuable player. Draisaitl, a previous winner and two-time finalist, led the league with 52 goals and recorded an impressive 106 points, showcasing his elite offensive talent. Hellebuyck, a first-time Hart finalist, excelled as a goaltender, leading with 47 wins and a stellar 2.00 goals-against average. Kucherov, a previous Hart Trophy winner, dominated scoring for the second straight season, amassing 121 points. All three players have made significant impacts on their respective teams, making this year's race particularly competitive.