Hart Trophy Winners: Five Years of NHL's Elite

The Hart Memorial Trophy represents the league's most prestigious individual honor, and the last five years have crowned some of hockey's most dominant forces. From 2026 working backward, the award has gone to players who've defined their eras through sheer will and production. Understanding who's won this trophy recently tells you everything about where the NHL's power structure sits right now. These are the players who've carried their teams and left no doubt about their value to the league.