The Frank McKinnon Memorial Trophy is an annual award given by the Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) to the player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability during the regular season. The trophy is named after the late former MJHL commissioner and Hockey Canada executive.
History The first trophy awarded by the MJHL for sportsmanship was the Cadet Trophy. It was succeeded by the Lorne Lyndon Memorial Trophy in 1966, named in honour of one of Canada's most renowned officials who officiated from 1933 to 1953, including six Allan Cup finals, three Memorial Cup finals, and the 1951 Alexander Cup. The Lyndon Trophy was retired in favour of the current trophy, which awarded for the first time during the 2017–18 season.
Winners Riley Saunders:1989:st James Canadians
Season Winner Team 2008 Sean Collins Waywayseecappo Wolverines 2007 Jeff Penner Dauphin Kings 2006 Travis Kornelsen Selkirk Steelers 2005 Adam Corrin Winnipeg South Blues 1977 Ken Krentz Selkirk Steelers 1974 Gord Lidstone West Kildonan North Stars 1973 George Newbury St. James Canadians 1968 Andy Miles Winnipeg Monarchs 1967 Butch Goring Winnipeg Rangers 1966 Gerry Mazur Winnipeg Rangers 1965 Bill Scott Winnipeg Monarchs 1964 Jim Irving Winnipeg Rangers 1963 Bruce Wright Winnipeg Monarchs
References
External links Manitoba Junior Hockey League Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame
Hockey Hall of Fame Winnipeg Free Press Archives Brandon Sun Archives