Revisiting Calder Trophy Seasons: Gus Bodnar’s 1943-44 Season – The Hockey Writers – Toronto Maple Leafs

Maybe one of the most astonishing facts about the NHL’s Calder Trophy for the league’s top rookie took place following the 1943-44 season. For the second consecutive season, following Gaye Stewart’s Calder-worthy season in 1942-43, a native of Fort William, Ontario, took home the honours as the league’s best rookie. Born in Fort William, Gus…

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