Miro Heiskanen

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Miro Heiskanen has built a resume that places him among the NHL's best defensemen. He was the highest-drafted European defenceman in 2017 and has since become a five-time All-Star. His 2020 playoff run, where he led all blueliners in scoring, was historic for a 21-year-old. He has consistently logged top minutes and is a perennial Norris Trophy contender, though the award has eluded him so far. His leadership as an alternate captain at a young age speaks to his maturity, and he is widely respected by peers and coaches for his two-way excellence.

AwardsMiro Heiskanen has won several notable awards, including the Liiga Rookie of the Year in 2017 and the Finnish Player of the Year in 2022 and 2023. He has been selected to five NHL All-Star Games and named to the NHL All-Rookie Team in 2018. While he has not yet won the Norris Trophy, he is a frequent finalist and considered among the league's elite defensemen.

Honours & Distinctions

Finnish Player of the Year

Finnish Ice Hockey Association·2022

Recognized as the top Finnish player for his NHL performance.

Finnish Player of the Year

Finnish Ice Hockey Association·2023

Won the award for the second consecutive year.

Rankings & Lists

Top NHL Defensemen

The Athletic·2026

Records & Feats

Youngest defenceman in Dallas Stars history to reach 100 career playoff points

Franchise Record·2020

Achieved this milestone at age 21 during the 2020 playoffs.