The race for the NHL Calder Trophy is intensifying as Matvei Michkov of the Philadelphia Flyers scores his third overtime winner this season, putting him in contention to break the rookie record for overtime goals.
Despite competition from rookies Dustin Wolf and Logan Stankoven, Michkov's performance, including nine goals and 19 points in 23 games, positions him as the favorite for the award. His success highlights the challenges faced by rookie goalies, making skaters like Michkov more likely candidates for the Calder.
If Michkov wins, he will be the first Russian to claim the award since Kirill Kaprizov in 2020-21, showcasing his potential as a standout player for the Flyers.
