QMJHL announces finalists for the Kevin-Lowe Trophy
April 18, 2024 - Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) News Release
Boucherville, QC - The QMJHL continues to honour its own through the Golden Puck awards. Today, the finalists for the Kevin-Lowe Trophy, presented to the best defensive defenseman.
The finalists are:
Alex Carr, Rouyn-Noranda Huskies
In his third full season with the Huskies, Carr set personal marks with 61 games played, 7 goals, 24 assists and 31 points. More importantly, he finished second in the QMJHL with a +55 differential (tied with Mikael Diotte), even though he faced the best opposing forwards night after night.
Mikaël Diotte, Drummondville Voltigeurs
Like Carr, Diotte finished second in the QMJHL with a +55 rating. Only Justin Gill of the Drakkar did better with +57. The four-season veteran also set personal records with 12 goals, 30 assists and 42 points. His excellent offensive and defensive play convinced the New Jersey Devils to give him an NHL entry-level contract.
Pier-Olivier Roy, Victoriaville Tigres
In the absence of injured Tristan Luneau, Roy pulled out all the stops on the Tigres' blue line, collecting 50 points in 66 games, including a personal-high 10 goals. His closest pursuer among Tigres' defensemen finished with 28 points. In his fourth season, Roy posted an excellent +37 rating.
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The winner will be announced tomorrow.
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