Norman R. "Bud" Poile Trophy
For the International Hockey League's trophy of the same name, see Norman R. "Bud" Poile Trophy (IHL).
The Norman R. "Bud" Poile Trophy is presented annually to the American Hockey League (AHL) team that finishes with the best regular season record in the Midwest Division. The award is named after former Hockey Hall of Famer Bud Poile. Previously, it was awarded to winner of the West Division (2002–2003), and Western Conference (2004–2011).
Winners
| Wins | Team |
|---|---|
| 4 | Grand Rapids Griffins |
| 3 | Chicago Wolves |
| 2 | Milwaukee Admirals |
| 1 | Hamilton Bulldogs |
| Manitoba Moose | |
| Omaha Ak-Sar-Ben Knights | |
| Rochester Americans | |
| Houston Aeros | |
Midwest Division champions (2012–present)
| Season | Team | Win |
|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | Grand Rapids Griffins | 4 |
| 2013–14 | Chicago Wolves | 3 |
| 2012–13 | Grand Rapids Griffins | 3 |
| 2011–12 | Chicago Wolves | 2 |
Western Conference regular season champions (2004–2011)
| Season | Team | Win |
|---|---|---|
| 2010–11 | Milwaukee Admirals | 2 |
| 2009–10 | Hamilton Bulldogs | 1 |
| 2008–09 | Manitoba Moose | 1 |
| 2007–08 | Chicago Wolves | 1 |
| 2006–07 | Omaha Ak-Sar-Ben Knights | 1 |
| 2005–06 | Grand Rapids Griffins | 2 |
| 2004–05 | Rochester Americans | 1 |
| 2003–04 | Milwaukee Admirals | 1 |
West Division champions (2002–2003)
| Season | Team | Win |
|---|---|---|
| 2002–03 | Houston Aeros | 1 |
| 2001–02 | Grand Rapids Griffins | 1 |