Russia (bbabo.net), - Russian goalkeepers Igor Shesterkin (New York Rangers) and Andrey Vasilevsky (Tampa Bay) took first and second place in the list of candidates for the Vezina Trophy award, presented annually the best goaltender in the NHL.

According to the results of the poll, Shesterkin scored 50 points, and Vasilevsky - 46. Jack Campbell from Toronto closed the top three (45). The winner of the award is determined by a vote of the general managers of the clubs.

- I am the same guy who came from Moscow in pursuit of a dream. I am sure that this season we will be able to achieve the desired result, - the NHL website quotes Shesterkin.

Among goalkeepers who have played at least 20 games at the start, Shesterkin ranks first in the percentage of shots saved (93.7) and second in the average number of goals conceded per match (2.07). The Russian also set a Rangers record on Monday with his 20th win in 26 games.

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