Leon Draisaitl, Connor Hellebuyck, and Nikita Kucherov have been nominated for the prestigious Hart Trophy, awarded to the NHL's most valuable player. Draisaitl, who topped the league with 52 goals and recorded 106 points, continues to make a strong case for his second Hart win after previously securing it in 2020. Meanwhile, Hellebuyck had an outstanding season as the backbone of the Winnipeg Jets, recording 47 wins and leading the league in goals-against average (GAA) and save percentage, propelling his team to a Presidents’ Trophy victory. Kucherov, who amassed 121 points, also adds to his accolades with an impressive third Art Ross Trophy.