Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill Wins Third Consecutive NHL GM of Year

Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill made NHL history by winning his third consecutive Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award, becoming the first GM to achieve this milestone since the award's inception in 2010. Nill led the Stars to a 50-26-6 record and their third straight appearance in the Western Conference Finals, despite key injuries during the season. His standout move was a blockbuster trade for forward Mikko Rantanen, who had an immediate impact in the playoffs. Nill also orchestrated other significant roster changes, including trades for Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci, and contract extensions for key players. The award is voted on by NHL general managers, league executives, and media after the second round of the playoffs, underscoring the broad recognition of Nill's accomplishments. The only other executive to win the award more than once is Lou Lamoriello, making Nill's three-peat a historic achievement.