Norman R. "Bud" Poile Trophy (IHL)

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The Norman R. "Bud" Poile Trophy was awarded annually to the International Hockey League player selected as most valuable in the Turner Cup playoffs. The trophy has been awarded since the retirement of its namesake, former IHL commissioner, Bud Poile.

Winners

SeasonWinnerTeam
1988–89 Dave Michayluk Muskegon Lumberjacks
1989–90 Mike McNeill Indianapolis Ice
1990–91 Michel Mongeau Peoria Rivermen
1991–92 Ron Handy Kansas City Blades
1992–93 Pokey Reddick Fort Wayne Komets
1993–94 Stan Drulia Atlanta Knights
1994–95 Kip Miller Denver Grizzlies
1995–96 Tommy Salo Utah Grizzlies
1996–97 Peter Ciavaglia Detroit Vipers
1997–98 Alexander Semak Chicago Wolves
1998–99 Mark Freer Houston Aeros
1999–00 Andrei Trefilov Chicago Wolves
2000–01 Norm Maracle Orlando Solar Bears

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