sportsmanship
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Only one player has won the NHL’s top sportsmanship award more often this century.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026
Ultimately the moment belonged to McIlroy, but Rose won plaudits not just for his golf but his gracious sportsmanship, embracing the victor despite the huge disappointment of yet another near miss.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
Readers argue that “gimme” putts affect sportsmanship, pace of play and the overall enjoyment of the game.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
He also won his third Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, which goes to the player exhibiting the best sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct in the NHL.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 5, 2025
He talked about sportsmanship, and about how Mike Costello was a role model.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
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