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Brother's Surprise: Foligno Wins Clancy Award
5 Jun
Summary
- Marcus Foligno unexpectedly received the King Clancy Trophy from his brother.
- The award honors leadership and humanitarian contributions.
- The award is tied to their late mother's legacy and cancer research.
Marcus Foligno was deeply surprised when his brother, Nick, appeared to present him with the King Clancy Memorial Trophy. This award celebrates exceptional leadership and community contributions. Nick's appearance was a closely guarded secret, orchestrated by Marcus's wife, Natascia, as Marcus had believed his brother had returned home after the season.
The King Clancy Trophy carries significant sentimental value for the Foligno brothers, honoring their late mother, Janis, who died of breast cancer. Their joint "Foligno Faceoff" charity event raised approximately $200,000 for cancer research in her name. This year's award further solidifies their commitment to her legacy.
Marcus Foligno's win also includes a $25,000 donation from the NHL to the Janis Foligno Foundation. This achievement places him alongside fellow Wild players Matt Dumba and Jason Zucker as recipients of this esteemed award. The brothers cherish this moment, a testament to their mother's enduring influence.
