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National Hockey League (NHL) Mark Messier Leadership Award Information

The Mark Messier Leadership Award is a National Hockey League (NHL) award that recognizes an individual as a superior leader within their sport, and as a contributing member of society. The award honors an individual who leads by positive example through on-ice performance, motivation of team members and a dedication to community activities and charitable causes. It was first awarded during 2006–07 NHL season and is given to a player selected by Mark Messier who best demonstrates leadership skills on and off the ice.

Mark Messier Leadership Award Winners

2006-07 - - Chris Chelios - Detroit Red Wings
2007-08 - - Mats Sundin - Toronto Maple Leafs
2008-09 - - Jarome Iginla - Calgary Flames
2009-10 - - Sidney Crosby - Pittsburgh Penguins

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The National Hockey League (NHL) is the premier hockey league in the world. The National Hockey League (NHL) currently consists of 30 teams, in major cities of the United States and Canada.The NHL was founded in 1917 amid a storm of controversy in Canadian hockey leagues.

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