ScuttlePuck NHL Hockey Podcast
NHL Hockey Fans Mike Bonn and Dale Hoard
Episode Darryl Sydor(507): Summer Update. Milt Schmidt Award Brainstorm.
Episode Notes
We are mid-summer so not alot going on in the NHL but that doesn't we've stopped thinking about hockey. On this episode we finally put together the criteria for the Milt Schmidt award. We also get up to speed on the latest NHL news including the acquittal of the 5 Hockey Canada players.
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Title Player - Darryl Sydor
News
Ehlers signs with Hurricanes $8.5 x 6 yrs
Marner signing - tampering explanation from Friedman - Vegas offered Roy to make sure Leafs didn’t place tampering complaint
Hockey Canada players acquitted - not cleared to play in NHL pending review
Oilers trade for Hobey Baker winner Ike Howard
Nick Backstrom officially retires and will return to play for Brynas in Swedish league
Emergency backup rules - full time travelling with team
- must be available for every game, home or away
- no prior NHL standard games
- less than 80 pro games in total
- no pro hockey prev 3 seasons
- no contract or reserve-list obligations to NHL or affiliates
- can be practice goalie, equip mgr, video coach
Guess the 5th
🏆 The Milt Schmidt Award
Award Description:
Presented annually to the individual in professional hockey who best exemplifies lifelong loyalty to a single team, while upholding the values and character embodied by Boston Bruins legend Milt Schmidt—leadership, humility, perseverance, and selfless service to the game.
Primary Criterion:
🟨 Unwavering Loyalty
- A long-standing and committed association with a single NHL organization, performing multiple functions player, coach, executive, or contributor.
- Demonstrates enduring dedication through multiple roles, seasons, or eras within the same team.
- Prioritizes team success and legacy over personal gain or greener pastures.
Supporting Criteria:
🟦 Leader