Will Cuylle Wins 2024-25 Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award

Will Cuylle has been awarded the 2024-25 Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award, presented annually to the New York Rangers player who 'goes above and beyond the call of duty.' The award ceremony took place before the Rangers' game against the Minnesota Wild, where Cuylle expressed his gratitude, acknowledging the significance of the honor and the tradition it represents. In addition to his commendable performance, which includes 18 goals and 21 assists this season, Cuylle is also noted for his physical play, recording 278 hits, the second-most in the NHL. The award, named after a dedicated Rangers fan and police detective, is determined by fan votes and includes a $25,000 donation to the Steven McDonald Foundation in the winner's name. Cuylle is the fifth player on the current Rangers roster to receive this honor, following Vincent Trocheck, Chris Kreider, Adam Fox, and Mika Zibanejad in recent years. The Rangers won the game 5-4 in overtime, with Cuylle's award ceremony energizing the Madison Square Garden crowd.