Ilya Sorokin Named 2025-26 Vezina Trophy Finalist

New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin has been named a finalist for the 2025-26 Vezina Trophy, recognizing him as one of the league's top netminders. Sorokin’s historic season was highlighted by an NHL-leading seven shutouts, which also tied a New York Islanders franchise record. He joins Jeremy Swayman and Andrei Vasilevskiy as the three finalists for the award, following a campaign where his consistent dominance served as the primary catalyst for the team's success.