Back in the 1920s, King Clancy was the beloved captain of the Ottawa Senators, known for his scoring ability, leadership, and toughness. Almost 100 years later, current Senators captain Brady Tkachuk, who shares those same virtues, seems like the perfect choice to be nominated for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy. In fact, it’s the third straight year – and fourth time in six years – that Tkachuk has received this nomination. Nov 12, 2024: Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) celebrates a win with goaltender Linus Ullmark (35) against the Toronto Maple Leafs (Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images). [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/e8e50755-a6e5-4e4d-86a6-368e345316cd.jpeg] Nov 12, 2024: Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) celebrates a win with goaltender Linus Ullmark (35) against the Toronto Maple Leafs (Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images). The trophy is awarded annually to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and who has made a significant humanitarian contribution to his community. All of it fits Tkachuk to a T—especially if you’ve ever seen him engaging with fans. Two years ago, Tkachuk and his wife Emma launched the “Tkachuk’s Captains” campaign in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club. They also started the T7 clothing line, with proceeds going to the Senators Community Foundation to benefit BGC Ottawa. Both the T7 clothing line and the Brady Burger were created to support these charitable efforts. Sens Nation Podcast: Steve Warne and Gregg Kennedy speculate about Tkachuk's injury status. In January, Tkachuk hosted “Brady’s Skate for Kids” at the City Hall Rink of Dreams, where kids from BGC Ottawa got to hang out with him and enjoy a day of skating and pizza. There’s no question about the 25-year-old’s impact on the ice either—he’s tallied 55 points, including 29 goals, while treating opponents like bowling pins most nights. Though he’ll miss his eighth straight game on Tuesday night, he’s expected to be ready for Game One of the playoffs in a few days. While King Clancy has been gone a long time, there’s little doubt he’d be thrilled to see someone like Tkachuk being considered for the trophy that bears his name. Here’s the full list of players that Tkachuk will be up against. Anaheim Ducks: Radko Gudas [https://www.nhl.com/player/radko-gudas-8475462] Boston Bruins: Charlie McAvoy [https://www.nhl.com/player/charlie-mcavoy-8479325] Buffalo Sabres: Alex Tuch [https://www.nhl.com/player/alex-tuch-8477949] Calgary Flames: Jonathan Huberdeau [https://www.nhl.com/player/jonathan-huberdeau-8476456] Carolina Hurricanes: Jordan Staal [https://www.nhl.com/player/jordan-staal-8473533] Chicago Blackhawks: Connor Murphy [https://www.nhl.com/player/connor-murphy-8484121] Colorado Avalanche: Devon Toews [https://www.nhl.com/player/devon-toews-8478038] Columbus Blue Jackets: Zach Werenski [https://www.nhl.com/player/zach-werenski-8478460] Dallas Stars: Matt Duchene [https://www.nhl.com/player/matt-duchene-8475168] Detroit Red Wings: Jeff Petry [https://www.nhl.com/player/jeff-petry-8473507] Edmonton Oilers: Darnell Nurse [https://www.nhl.com/player/darnell-nurse-8477498] Florida Panthers: Aleksander Barkov [https://www.nhl.com/player/aleksander-barkov-8477493] Los Angeles Kings: Kevin Fiala [https://www.nhl.com/player/kevin-fiala-8477942] Minnesota Wild: Frederick Gaudreau [https://www.nhl.com/player/frederick-gaudreau-8477919] Montreal Canadiens: Nick Suzuki [https://www.nhl.com/player/nick-suzuki-8480018] Nashville Predators: Ryan O'Reilly [https://www.nhl.com/player/ryan-o-reilly-8475158] New Jersey Devils: Jack Hughes [https://www.nhl.com/player/jack-hughes-8481559] New York Islanders: Matt Martin [https://www.nhl.com/player/matt-martin-8474709] New York Rangers: Adam Fox [https://www.nhl.com/player/adam-fox-8479323] Philadelphia Flyers: Garnet Hathaway [https://www.nhl.com/player/garnet-hathaway-8477903] Pittsburgh Penguins: Kevin Hayes [https://www.nhl.com/player/kevin-hayes-8475763] San Jose Sharks: Mario Ferraro [https://www.nhl.com/player/mario-ferraro-8479983] Seattle Kraken: Jaden Schwartz [https://www.nhl.com/player/jaden-schwartz-8475768] St. Louis Blues: Colton Parayko [https://www.nhl.com/player/colton-parayko-8476892] Tampa Bay Lightning: Victor Hedman [https://www.nhl.com/player/victor-hedman-8475167] Toronto Maple Leafs: Mitch Marner [https://www.nhl.com/player/mitchell-marner-8478483] Utah Hockey Club: Alex Kerfoot [https://www.nhl.com/player/alex-kerfoot-8477021] Vancouver Canucks: Quinn Hughes [https://www.nhl.com/player/quinn-hughes-8480800] Vegas Golden Knights: Jack Eichel [https://www.nhl.com/player/jack-eichel-8478403] Washington Capitals: Tom Wilson [https://www.nhl.com/player/tom-wilson-8476880] Winnipeg Jets: Adam Lowry [https://www.nhl.com/player/adam-lowry-8476392]
