O'Reilly, who is finishing his second season as Blues captain, joins fellow nominees such as Anaheim's Ryan Getzlaf, Tampa Bay's Victor Hedman and former Blues Jake Allen and Jaden Schwartz.
Some of O'Reilly's initiatives in the community include 90's Mighty RO'R and Ryan's Den, which both partner with various children's groups around St. Louis to provide support and opportunities to enjoy Blues hockey at Enterprise Center.
O'Reilly had 21 goals and 37 assists (58 points) in the regular season, his fourth year in St. Louis. One of the best face-off winners in the NHL, O'Reilly ranked second in 2021-22 with 900 wins (56.8 percent) at the face-off dot. He also led all Blues forwards in ice time, averaging 19:05 per contest.
In 2014, O'Reilly was recognized with the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy for his "sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability."
O'Reilly was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy in 2019 for his MVP performance, leading the Blues to their first Stanley Cup victory, as well as the Frank J. Selke Trophy for his defensive prowess as a forward throughout the season.
Since it was first awarded in 1988, the King Clancy Trophy has gone to one Blues player - Kelly Chase - following the 1997-98 season.
Recent winners of the King Clancy include Pekka Rinne (2021, Nashville Predators), Matt Dumba (2020, Minnesota Wild) and Jason Zucker (2019, Minnesota Wild).
Winners will be named at the 2022 NHL Awards. A date has yet to be announced.
