Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has been named a finalist for the Ted Lindsay Award. The honor recognizes “the most outstanding player in the NHL,” during the regular season as voted by fellow members of the National Hockey League’s Players’ Association.
During the 2020-21 campaign, Crosby led the Penguins with 62 points with 24 goals in 55 games.
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews and Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid were also named finalists.
Stanley Cup Playoffs:
–Boston defeated the New York Islanders 2-1 in overtime and have taken a 2-1 series lead.
–Carolina defeated Tampa Bay 3-2 in overtime for their first win in that series. The Lightning still lead the series 2-1.
The NHL has suspended Winnipeg forward Mark Sheifele four games for the crushing hit on Montreal’s Jake Evans in Game One that led to Evans being carried off the ice on a stretcher. He is out indefinitely with a concussion.