NASHVILLE -- For Kris Letang, winning the Masterton Trophy at the 2023 NHL Awards at Bridgestone Arena on Monday was an acknowledgement of the support of his family, friends and Pittsburgh Penguins teammates as much as it was a recognition of him being the NHL player who best exemplified the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey this season.
Letang of Penguins wins Masterton Trophy
Defenseman honored for perseverance, returned 12 days after stroke