Mason Appleton Pre-Game The National Hockey League - in conjunction with the Winnipeg Jets - has announced defenceman Josh Morrissey as one of 32 nominees for the 2023-24 King Clancy Memorial Trophy. Awarded annually to the player who "best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community,” the King Clancy Memorial Trophy is voted on by NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and an assortment of past award winners. The 32 nominees had their names brought forward by their respective clubs for consideration. All 32 players will be assessed under three criteria: inspiration, involvement and impact within the community. The winner will receive a $25K donation to help benefit a local charity, while also awarding his club a $20K grant to go towards a humanitarian cause. Full list of 2023-24 King Clancy Memorial Trophy nominees: Anaheim Ducks: Cam Fowler Arizona Coyotes: Nick Bjugstad Boston Bruins: Linus Ullmark Buffalo Sabres: Alex Tuch Calgary Flames: Andrew Mangiapane Carolina Hurricanes: Jaccob Slavin Chicago Blackhawks: Connor Murphy Colorado Avalanche: Cale Makar Columbus Blue Jackets: Zach Werenski Dallas Stars: Jake Oettinger Detroit Red Wings: Dylan Larkin Edmonton Oilers: Darnell Nurse Florida Panthers: Aleksander Barkov Los Angeles Kings: Kevin Fiala Minnesota Wild: Marc-Andre Fleury Montreal Canadiens: Nick Suzuki Nashville Predators: Roman Josi New Jersey Devils: Jack Hughes New York Islanders: Anders Lee New York Rangers: Jacob Trouba Ottawa Senators: Brady Tkachuk Philadelphia Flyers: Scott Laughton Pittsburgh Penguins: Bryan Rust San Jose Sharks: Luke Kunin Seattle Kraken: Jaden Schwartz St. Louis Blues: Brayden Schenn Tampa Bay Lightning: Nicholas Paul Toronto Maple Leafs: Auston Matthews Vancouver Canucks: Quinn Hughes Vegas Golden Knights: Jack Eichel Washington Capitals: Tom Wilson Winnipeg Jets: Josh Morrissey
