Athletistic / Hockey. TheScore site has published an article dedicated to the contenders for the Conn Smythe Trophy. This trophy is awarded to the most valuable player in the Stanley Cup.
Florida Panthers Russian goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky was among the top five suitors for Conn Smythe.
“The 35-year-old veteran faces his toughest test yet. Florida’s ability to win the Cup will depend on Bobrovsky’s ability to stop Edmonton’s offense. Fortunately for the Panthers, Sergei can succeed in difficult times. Florida has won the last two playoff games by one goal, including seven in the current Stanley Cup. is the Russian who was in goal. This composure can lead Bobrovsky to Florida’s playoff MVP trophy,” the article said.
Top 5 Conn Smythe Trophy contenders according to theScore:
- Connor McDavid, Canada – Edmonton Oilers;
- Alexander Barkov, Finland – Florida Panthers;
- Evan Bouchard, Canada – Edmonton Oilers;
- Leon Draisaitl, Germany – Edmonton Oilers;
- Sergei Bobrovsky, Russia – Florida Panthers.
- ESPN appreciated Bobrovsky’s contribution to Florida’s entry into the Stanley Cup final
The first game of the final series of the NHL playoffs will take place on the night of June 9 in Sunrise (Florida, USA) and will start at 3 p.m. Moscow time.
Source: Sport
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