Norris Trophy Race: Makar and Hughes Lead, Islanders' Schaefer Impresses

Cale Makar of the Colorado Avalanche and Quinn Hughes of the Vancouver Canucks continue to lead the Norris Trophy race. Makar leads all defensemen with 25 points (6 goals, 19 assists) and is also tops in plus-minus (+17). Hughes is second among defensemen with 20 points (1 goal, 19 assists) and leads in ice time per game (26:58). New York Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer has been a standout, ranking eighth among defensemen with 15 points (7 goals, 8 assists) in 19 games, leading all blueliners in goals. He also leads the NHL in net penalties drawn (9). Miro Heiskanen of the Dallas Stars and Josh Morrissey of the Winnipeg Jets are also strong contenders.