Marc-Edouard Vlasic is reaching a milestone in NHL history, becoming one of only two defensemen to play 1,300 games with one team, alongside Nicklas Lidstrom.
Vlasic argues that the Norris Trophy criteria favor offensive output, which undermines recognition for purely defensive players like himself, who excel in a shutdown role.
He suggests the NHL should introduce a second trophy for top shutdown defensemen, mirroring how the league awards distinction for top forwards and goaltenders.
Despite suggesting an additional award for defensemen, NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly stated that the idea has never been seriously considered, emphasizing the league's current structure.
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