Who will win the 2026 NHL Maurice 'Rocket' Richard Trophy (most goals)?
2026 Maurice 'Rocket' Richard Trophy: Who Will Lead the NHL in Goals?
The Maurice 'Rocket' Richard Trophy is awarded annually to the NHL player who scores the most goals during the regular season. Named in honor of Montreal Canadiens legend Maurice Richard, the trophy has become a prestigious indicator of pure goal-scoring excellence. Recent winners have included elite sharpshooters like Auston Matthews, Connor McDavid, and David Pastrnak. As the 2025–26 season gets underway, top contenders include Matthews (Maple Leafs), McDavid (Oilers), Pastrnak (Bruins), Alex Ovechkin (Capitals), and rising stars like Jack Hughes and Kirill Kaprizov. The Richard Trophy is often one of the most hotly contested awards in hockey, with razor-thin margins separating the league’s best snipers.
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- Auston Matthews (Maple Leafs)
- Connor McDavid (Oilers)
- David Pastrnak (Bruins)
- Alex Ovechkin (Capitals)
- Kirill Kaprizov (Wild)
- Jack Hughes (Devils)
- Kyle Connor (Jets)
- Other Player