Grabner named Calder finalist
Michael Grabner has goals in six consecutive games and 25 on the season to lead all rookies. (Jan. 29, 2011) Credit: Getty Images
Islanders forward Michael Grabner has been named a Calder finalist, the award given to the NHL's Rookie of the Year.
The 23-year-old Austrian winger was nominated along with Carolina's Jeff Skinner and San Jose's Logan Couture.
Grabner finished the season with 34 goals--most among all NHL rookies--and 18 assists for 52 points.
The Islanders claimed the former first-round pick off waivers from Florida back in October.
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