NHL Awards: Panthers rookie Jonathan Huberdeau captures Calder trophy

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Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8), celebrates his goal as Toronto Maple Leafs center Jay McClement (11) skates behind in the second period of an NHL hockey game, April 16, 2013 in Washington. Alex Ovechkin is the Hart Trophy winner as the NHL\'s MVP after revitalizing his career and leading the league in goals for the first time since 2008-09. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP - Alex Brandon

CHICAGO – Jonathan Huberdeau of the Florida Panthers has won the Calder Trophy as the NHL’s top rookie.

The 20-year-old tied for the rookie lead in scoring with 31 points.

The No. 3 pick in the 2011 draft was one of a few bright spots this season for the Panthers, who finished last overall.

Huberdeau showed glimpses of being a future star after being more than a point-a-game player for the Saint John Sea Dogs of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.

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