Daily News | Nick Seeler named the Flyers’ nominee for the Masterton Trophy
for his own well-being, citing a need for a mental and physical break. He was drafted No. 131 overall in 2011 by former Flyers general manager Chuck Fletcher when he held the same title with the Minnesota Wild. Seeler played in the Wild organization for four seasons and with the Chicago Blackhawks for six games toward the end of the 2019-20 season.“I’m truly honored and humbled to be nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy,” said Seeler via a team statement.
On July 28, 2021, Seeler signed a one-year contract with the Flyers. He was the Flyers’ seventh defenseman and played 43 games. Afterin the offseason, Seeler has carved out a role as an everyday NHL defenseman this year. Seeler has posted a career-high 14 points while playing primarily on the third pairing. He leads the team with 157 blocked shots.
“I think he’s had a really good year,” coach John Tortorella said on Saturday. “And for me, when I started in June, not many people were talking to me about Nick Seeler. I don’t think he was on a lot of people’s radar. I think he’s probably been one of our steadiest defensemen. In his role and what he can do for team, I think he’s been one of our steadiest players this year.”
Members from all 32 chapters of the PHWA select the three finalists for the Masterton, and eventually the winner, who will be revealed at the NHL awards ceremony during the Stanley Cup Final. Last season, Kevin Hayes was the . Four Flyers have won the Masterton Trophy: Bob Clarke , Tim Kerr , Ian Laperrière , and Oskar Lindblom .
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