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Landeskog’s Resilience Earns Masterton
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- Jun 10, 2026
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- 125
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Summary
Gabriel Landeskog, Colorado Avalanche captain and Mark Messier Leadership Award nominee, got a jaw-dropping surprise: the Masterton Trophy for perseverance. After surviving four knee surgeries—including becoming the first player to return after cartilage replacement—he battled back to lead the Avs to the Presidents’ Trophy, posting league-leading wins and a stellar record even while sidelined. His wife Melissa revealed the emotional toll, but his love for the game kept him going. Surrounded by messages from teammates, family, and his doctor, Landeskog accepted the award with gratitude, crediting everyone who stood by him—and especially his family—for making his comeback possible. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/29f006967636d7ac