Panthers duo become just fifth pair of teammates nominated for NHL’s best defensive forward, first since 2007-08 ...

Aleksander Barkov and Sam Reinhart are named Selke Award finalists for defending Stanley Cup champion Panthers ...

They are just the fifth pair of teammates to be nominated for the award in the same season and the first since 2008.

The NHL announced the three finalists for the Frank J. Selke Trophy on Friday, and they come from the Sunshine State.

Two Panthers' players, Aleksander Barkov and Sam Reinhart ... Regardless of whether the Panthers' duo or Cirelli wins the Selke Trophy, the top defensive forward will play for a Florida franchise.

Aleksander Barkov, Anthony Cirelli and Sam Reinhart were named finalists for the Frank J. Selke Trophy on Friday. The winner ...

Selke Trophy on Friday ... While he has several qualities, Barkov is known for his faceoff ability. He finished the regular season with a 56.5 percent win rate, which ranks ninth in the NHL ...