Only four reipients of the Hobey Baker aware are presently playing in the NHL; Neil Broten (1981); Paul Kariya (1993); Chris Marinuicci (1994); and Brian Holzinger (1995); while 28 Hobey Baker finalists are presently playing in the NHL. This latter group includes Greg Brown (1990 runner up); Tony Granato (1987); Brett Hull (1986); Craig Janney (1987); Joe Juneau (1991); Brian Leetch (1987); Norm Maciver ((1986); Joe Nieuendyk (1987); and Joel Otto (1984). I throw this out for consideration. Perhaps the panel that chooses the finalists for the Hobey Baker award are better judges of talent than panel that chooses the Hobey Baker recipient. That's just my opinion. Jack Berenzweig HOCKEY-L is for discussion of college ice hockey; send information to [log in to unmask], The College Hockey Information List.