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Ten fact-checked questions about James Norris Memorial Trophy history. Test your knowledge and use the hints when you need them.
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Quiz questions
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What does the James Norris Memorial Trophy recognize?
- The top rookie
- The playoff MVP
- The defenseman with the greatest all-round ability
- The league scoring leader
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Who won the first Norris Trophy in 1954?
- Pierre Pilote
- Red Kelly
- Doug Harvey
- Bobby Orr
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Who holds the record with eight Norris Trophy wins?
- Bobby Orr
- Doug Harvey
- Nicklas Lidstrom
- Ray Bourque
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Which two defensemen each won the Norris Trophy seven times?
- Paul Coffey and Denis Potvin
- Larry Robinson and Chris Chelios
- Doug Harvey and Nicklas Lidstrom
- Bobby Orr and Ray Bourque
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How many Norris Trophies did Ray Bourque win?
- 8
- 5
- 3
- 7
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Who won the Norris Trophy in 2026?
- Rasmus Dahlin
- Quinn Hughes
- Zach Werenski
- Cale Makar
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Who won the Norris Trophy in 2025?
- Quinn Hughes
- Zach Werenski
- Adam Fox
- Cale Makar
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Who won the Norris Trophy in 2024?
- Quinn Hughes
- Cale Makar
- Erik Karlsson
- Roman Josi
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Who won the Norris Trophy in 2023?
- Victor Hedman
- Erik Karlsson
- Cale Makar
- Adam Fox
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Which franchise led all teams with 14 Norris Trophy wins through 2026?
- Montreal Canadiens
- Detroit Red Wings
- New York Rangers
- Boston Bruins