Vezina Trophy

The Vezina Trophy is awarded annually to the best goaltender in the National Hockey League (NHL). It recognizes the goalie who performs the best throughout the regular season, considering their skill, consistency, and impact on their team's success. Typically, the award is decided by a vote of NHL general managers. The trophy highlights exceptional goaltending, including save percentage, goals-against average, and overall influence in games. Named after Georges Vezina, a legendary early 20th-century goalie, it honors excellence in the specialized and critical role of the NHL's goalie position.