Jere Lehtinen

Awards & Honours

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Jere Lehtinen's career is distinguished by his rare achievement of winning the Frank J. Selke Trophy three times, placing him among the greatest defensive forwards in NHL history. His ability to shut down top opponents while still contributing offensively made him invaluable to the Dallas Stars. Lehtinen also represented Finland with distinction, earning Olympic and World Championship medals. His leadership continues off the ice as GM of the Finnish national team, and his 2018 IIHF Hall of Fame induction recognizes his lasting impact on international hockey.

AwardsJere Lehtinen won the Frank J. Selke Trophy three times, in 1999, 2002, and 2003, as the NHL's top defensive forward. He also claimed the Stanley Cup in 1999 and earned two NHL All-Star Game selections. Internationally, he won a silver medal at the 2006 Olympics and a gold medal at the 2011 World Championship.

Honours & Distinctions

IIHF Hall of Fame

International Ice Hockey Federation·2018

Inducted for his outstanding career and contributions to Finnish hockey.

Finnish Ice Hockey Player of the Year

Finnish Ice Hockey Association·1998

Recognized as the best Finnish player in 1998.

Finnish Ice Hockey Player of the Year

Finnish Ice Hockey Association·2003

Recognized as the best Finnish player in 2003.

Records & Feats

Three-time Selke Trophy winner

Awards·2003

One of only four players in NHL history to win the Frank J. Selke Trophy three times.