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Description
Whether displayed or worn on your clothes or bag, this 3D Medallion Vezina Trophy pin is sure to make a statement! The design features the trophy image, name, and established date all in a 3D silver-plated finish. The high-polish, jewelry level finish makes the design pop. The pin is packaged on a 2 1/4" x 2 1/2" bagged backer card, making it a great gifting piece for yourself or a fellow fan!
Product Details:
- 3D features, creating a unique texture and feel
- High-polish, jewelry level finish
- Measures 1 1/4" round
- Packaged on a 2 1/4" x 2 1/2" bagged backer card
Vezina History:
Leo Dandurand, Louis Letourneau, and Joe Cattarinich, former owners of the Montreal Canadiens, presented the trophy to the National Hockey League in 1926-27 in memory of Georges Vezina, the outstanding goalkeeper of the Canadiens, who collapsed during an NHL game Nov. 28, 1925, and died of tuberculosis a few months later.
Until the 1981-82 season, the goalkeeper(s) of the team allowing the fewest number of goals during the regular season were awarded the Vezina Trophy.
In 1981-82, the trophy's definition changed. The Williams M. Jennings Trophy was introduced for the goaltenders on the team with the lowest goals-against average, while the Vezina Trophy then became an award for the goaltender judged to be the best at his position in the opinion of the general managers. The first Vezina Trophy went to George Hainsworth, who, ironically, replaced Georges Vezina in goal for the Montreal Canadiens.
