Anze Kopitar Named Finalist For Lady Byng Trophy

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Updated: May 1, 2016

According to the NHL Network Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar has been named a finalist for the Lady Byng Trophy.

The finalists for the Lady Byng Trophy are @Barkovsasha95, Loui Eriksson and @AnzeKopitar! pic.twitter.com/A52fZ1TaRT

— NHL Network (@NHLNetwork) April 30, 2016

The Los Angeles Kings official public relations department also reported the news.

Anze Kopitar today nominated for Lady Byng Memorial Trophy (player best at combining sportsmanship and ability). pic.twitter.com/HPskA2adt1

— LAKingsPR (@LAKingsPR) April 30, 2016

NHL.com defines the the Lady Byng Trophy as:

“The Lady Byng Memorial Trophy is an annual award given to the player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.”

For more information about the award click here.

Kopitar is also up for the nomination of the Selke Trophy as well. The 28-year old had a great season with the Kings and signed an extension with the club during the year.

We look forward to having Kopitar on the team for many years to come. As more information surfaces on the Kings and their offseason news we will keep you up to date.

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