Marcus Foligno, a forward for the Minnesota Wild, was honored with the NHL's King Clancy Memorial Trophy, an award that celebrates players who demonstrate outstanding leadership both on the ice and in their communities.
Ceremony at the Cancer Center
The trophy was presented during a surprise ceremony at the Masonic Cancer Center at the University of Minnesota, where his brother and teammate Nick Foligno handed him the award in front of a small gathering of researchers and staff.
In addition to the recognition, the NHL announced a $25,000 contribution to the Janis Foligno Foundation, a charity the brothers created in memory of their mother who lost her battle with breast cancer in 2009.
The foundation focuses on fundraising for breast cancer research and has become a central part of the Foligno family's effort to support scientific advances in treatment.
Marcus Foligno reflected on his 15‑year NHL journey, noting his early years with the Buffalo Sabres before joining Minnesota, and highlighted the importance of community service in his career.
He joins a distinguished list of Wild alumni who have received the Clancy Trophy, including defenseman Matt Dumba in 2020 and forward Jason Zucker in 2019.