via the NHL PR department,

The Professional Hockey Writers Association announced today the nominees for the 2021 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, presented annually to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to the game.

Each of the 31 PHWA member chapters nominated a player from the 31 NHL clubs they cover.

Ballots will soon be distributed to all PHWA members to determine the winner, which will be unveiled at the 2021 NHL Awards. Last season, each of the 31 nominees received at least one vote.