In a stunning turn of events, Connor McDavid narrowly missed out on securing his second consecutive unanimous Hart Trophy win by a single vote.
The recipient of that crucial vote was David Pastrnak.
While McDavid's exceptional performance throughout the season made him a strong contender for the prestigious award, the tally revealed that he received only one fifth-place vote.
This unexpected outcome has sparked discussions and debates among fans and analysts, leaving many in awe of the close margin and the surprising choice of the lone vote for McDavid.