Kings’ Anže Kopitar named Lady Byng Trophy finalist

Kings captain Anže Kopitar has been named a finalist for the NHL’s Lady Byng Trophy, awarded annually “to the player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.”
He is joined as a nominee by Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel and Tampa Bay Lightning pivot Brayden Point.
Kopitar is now a four-time finalist for the honor (2016, 2018, 2023, 2025), having won the award in two of h