Anthony Cirelli has once again been recognized as one of the NHL’s premier defensive forwards. The Tampa Bay Lightning center was named one of three finalists for the 2025-26 Frank J. Selke Trophy, awarded annually to the forward who best excels in the defensive aspects of the game. Joining Cirelli as finalists are Brock Nelson of the Colorado Avalanche and Nick Suzuki of the Montreal Canadiens. 2026 Selke Trophy finalists, as voted by @ThePHWA : Anthony Cirelli (TBL), Brock Nelson (COL) and Nick Suzuki (MTL). pic.twitter.com/CQVMRujmeW — Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) May 6, 2026 This marks the second consecutive season Cirelli has been named a Selke finalist after becoming the first player in Lightning franchise history to receive the honor last season. The 28-year-old continued to establish himself as one of hockey’s elite two-way centers during another dominant season in Tampa Bay.…