Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award

Presented by Northwell

Together, we celebrate the life of a hero, Detective Steven McDonald.

The Steven McDonald Award presented by Northwell for the 11th year, is awarded annually to the Ranger who, as chosen by the fans, "goes above and beyond the call of duty."

The award, which has been given out since the 1987-88 season, bears the name of New York City Detective Steven McDonald, who was shot and injured in the line of duty on July 12, 1986 and passed away on January 10, 2017.

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The New York Rangers announced today that forward Vincent Trocheck has been named the winner of the 2023-24 Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award, presented by Northwell.

The Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award is presented annually to the Ranger who, as chosen by the fans, "goes above and beyond the call of duty." The award, which has been given annually since the 1987-88 season, bears the name of devoted Blueshirt fan and New York City Police Detective Steven McDonald, who was shot and injured in the line of duty on July 12, 1986 and passed away on January 10, 2017.

Trocheck, 30, has recorded 25 goals and 50 assists for 75 points in 77 games for the Rangers this season, establishing career highs in assists and tying his career high in points. Among Blueshirts, the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native ranks second in points, third in assists and hits (167), and fourth in goals. In addition, Trocheck has a team-leading 58.5 faceoff win percentage that ranks fourth in the NHL.

The second-year Ranger has hit multiple milestones this season, including his 300thcareer assist (Jan. 23 at SJS), 500th career point (Mar. 2 at TOR), and 700th game (Mar. 9 vs. STL). Trocheck also represented New York at the 2024 NHL All-Star Game in Toronto. 

Below are the last five winners of the award:

  • 2023-24 – Vincent Trocheck
  • 2022-23 - Ryan Lindgren
  • 2021-22 - Chris Kreider
  • 2020-21 - Adam Fox
  • 2019-20 - Mika Zibanejad
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      Every time you talk about this wonderful family and the award, it brings me back 13 years (when he won the first time), because it was my rookie year, the first time I met the family and got an understanding of the impact they had in this community. I got to know them over the years, (they're) very nice people and obviously it's a huge honor to receieve the award. - retired Ranger Henrik Lundqvist: Winner in 2005-06 & 2017-18

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          Above and Beyond: Steven McDonald

          Learn more about the life and legacy of Detective Steven McDonald and visit newyorkrangers.com/extraeffort

          Past Winners

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              CHRIS KREIDER
              2021-22
              ADAM FOX
              2020-21
              MIKA ZIBANEJAD
              2019-20
              MIKA ZIBANEJAD
              2018-19
              HENRIK LUNDQVIST
              2017-18
              MATS ZUCCARELLO
              2016-17
              MATS ZUCCARELLO
              2015-16
              CAM TALBOT
              2014-15
              MATS ZUCCARELLO
              2013-14
              RYAN CALLAHAN
              2012-13
              RYAN CALLAHAN
              2011-12
              BRANDON PRUST
              2010-11
              RYAN CALLAHAN
              2009-10
              RYAN CALLAHAN
              2008-09
              BRANDON DUBINSKY
              2007-08
              JED ORTMEYER
              2006-07
              HENRIK LUNDQVIST
              2005-06
              JED ORTMEYER
              2003-04
              MATHEW BARNABY
              2002-03
              SANDY MCCARTHY
              2001-02
              SANDY MCCARTHY
              2000-01
              ADAM GRAVES
              1999-00
              ADAM GRAVES
              1998-99
              WAYNE GRETZKY
              1997-98
              BRIAN LEETCH
              1996-97
              MARK MESSIER
              1995-96
              MARK MESSIER
              1994-95
              ADAM GRAVES
              1993-94
              ADAM GRAVES
              1992-93
              ADAM GRAVES
              1991-92
              JAN ERIXON
              1990-91
              JOHN VANBIESBROUCK AND KELLY KISIO
              1989-90
              TONY GRANATO
              1988-89
              JAN ERIXON
              1987-88