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Nicklas Backstrom

Conn Smythe Contenders

Embed from Getty Images According to the NHL, the Conn Smythe Memorial Trophy is awarded to the most valuable player for his team during the postseason. The award is presented annually and is voted on by the Professional Hockey Writers’ Association. A player is judged on his performance throughout the entire postseason, not a…
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Midseason Grades: NHL Metropolitan Division

Mid-Season Grades: NHL Metropolitan Division 1. Washington Capitals      Grade: A+ http://gty.im/470135766 Overall Record: 31-7-3 Home Record: 15-3-1 Road Record: 16-4-2 The Washington Capitals have had a breakthrough season, starting the first half of the season at 31-7-3 with one of the highest point totals in the NHL (65 points). The Caps…
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