Johnny (somewhat quietly, it feels like) put up 61 points this year (18 goals). Probably enough to be included in the discussion, but not sure he deserves the award this year. Johnny had an off year due to the slow start. He'll bounce back, but not sure his season was "award-worthy". He'll be nominated for bigger and better awards in the future.
When I think of Lady Byng winners, I use Joe Mullen as the benchmark. Different eras, I know, but he won it twice as a Flame and did it as an impact player in those years. (Sent packing too early from the Flames too, fwiw...)
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