Presented to the player judged to be the most proficient in his first season
The Calder Memorial Trophy, named after former National Hockey League president Frank Calder, is awarded to the National Hockey League player judged to be the most proficient in his first season. Frank Calder was the NHL’s president from 1917 until his sudden death in 1943. Although the NHL’s best rookie was announced beginning with Carl Voss in 1933, it wasn’t until the 1936-37 season and Syl Apps the recipient that the winner actually won the Calder Trophy. Upon Calder’s death, the award became the Calder Memorial Trophy.
Season
Winner
Team
2002-2003
Stephane Girard
Ottawa Senators
2001-2002
Tim Mason
St.Louis Blues
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