Bruins Player Tipped as Favorite for Next Season's Hart Trophy
In a move that spells out loyalty, David Pastrnak has sealed his dedication to the Bruins with an impressive eight-year, $90 million contract.
Pastrnak's knack for finding the back of the net has been unwavering, consistently hitting the 40-goal mark. His contributions have etched his name in Bruins history, placing him among the top 20 for goals, hat tricks, assists, and points.
The apex of Pastrnak's brilliance materialized in a hat trick performance that harkened back to legends like Phil Esposito. With a staggering 60 goals in a single season, he became the first Bruins player in almost 50 years to achieve this feat since Esposito's 61 goals in the 1974-75 season.
Adding a cherry on top, Boston secured a new NHL record of 63 victories, cinching it with a 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers at Wells Fargo Center on April 9.
Pastrnak claimed a coveted spot among the NHL's top performers, notching an impressive 61 goals to secure second place in the goal-scoring charts. He also joined forces with Nikita Kucherov from the Tampa Bay Lightning to share third place in overall points with 113.
This standout performance thrust Pastrnak into the spotlight as a first-time contender for the illustrious Hart Trophy, an accolade reserved for the NHL's most valuable player.
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28 AOUT | 164 ANSWERS Bruins Player Tipped as Favorite for Next Season's Hart Trophy Do you think David Pastrnak will win the Hart Trophy for the 2023-2024 NHL season? | ||
| Yes | 64 | 39 % |
| No | 100 | 61 % |
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