Griffins captain Jeff Hoggan wins AHL’s Fred T. Hunt Memorial Trophy

Photos by Mark Newman/Grand Rapids Griffins
Photos by Mark Newman/Grand Rapids Griffins

 

By @MichaelCaples –

The Griffins’ captain just got recognized for all those qualities you look for in a leader.

Jeff Hoggan was named the American Hockey League’s 2014-15 recipient of the Fred T. Hunt Memorial Award, presented to the player who “best exemplifies the qualities of sportsmanship, determination and dedication to hockey.”

The award is voted on by coaches, players and members of the media in each of the league’s 30 cities.

Hoggan, 37, is in the midst of his third season as captain of the Griffins, leading Grand Rapids to their first AHL title two years ago. He has not missed a game this season, chipping in 14 goals, 15 assists and a +22 rating in 73 games. The Hope, B.C. native is “renowned for his work ethic, competitiveness and preparation, as well as for the culture he has helped to develop and the leadership he has provided in the Griffins’ locker room, mentoring more than a dozen players who have since graduated to the Detroit Red Wings.”

Hoggan was an undrafted free agent out of the University of Nebraska-Omaha, and he has had a 13-year professional career.