Vezina Trophy Frame 12" x 16"

The Vezina Trophy frame is the perfect addition to your hockey memorabilia collection, providing an image and history about the trophy and its recipients throughout the NHL's history. The print is framed by a 14” x 18” x ¾ high-quality MDF black frame with a glass front panel. The frame comes equipped with pre-mounted hooks so it is conveniently ready-to-hang. The piece ships with a protective acrylic cover to minimize breakage and increase the lifespan of your product.

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.

Complete the entire Trophy Frame Collection: Ted Lindsay, Rocket Richard, James Norris Memorial, Jack Adams, Hart, Selke, Conn Smythe, Calder, Art Ross. 

 Product Details:

• Frame measures 14” x 18” x ¾
• Print measures 12” x 16”
• High-quality MDF black frame with glass front panel
• Individually boxed and ships with a protective acrylic cover to minimize breakage and increase the lifespan of your product
• Made in North America
• Officially licensed by the National Hockey League (NHL)