Logan Thompson not among NHL's 2024-25 Vezina Trophy finalists
Briefly

The NHL announced the three finalists for the 2025 Vezina Trophy, excluding Logan Thompson, who had an impressive season with a 31-6-6 record and ranked third in goals saved above expected. Finalists Connor Hellebuyck, Darcy Kuemper, and Andrei Vasilevskiy have led their teams effectively, with Hellebuyck touted as the likely winner. Thompson's exclusion raises eyebrows among Caps fans as he helped guide his team to an early playoff clinch. The award process reflects both individual achievements and team success narrative, crucial for GM voting.
Thompson finished the season with impressive statistics, including a 31-6-6 record, 2.49 goals against average, and third place in goals saved above expected.
Despite his strong performance, Logan Thompson was overlooked for the Vezina Trophy finalists, which included Connor Hellebuyck, Darcy Kuemper, and Andrei Vasilevskiy.
The Vezina Trophy voting by NHL general managers often reflects not only individual performances but the overall team success throughout the season.
Connor Hellebuyck is the likely winner of the Vezina Trophy, having posted exceptional numbers with the Winnipeg Jets, leading them to the best record in the league.
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