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Which award did Saku Koivu win in 2002 for his dedication and perseverance in hockey?

  • Hart Trophy

  • Maurice Richard Trophy

  • Bill Masterton Trophy

  • Vezina Trophy

Answer

In 2002, Saku Koivu was awarded the Bill Masterton Trophy, which is given annually to the NHL player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey. Koivu overcame non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and returned to play in the same season.
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