Norman R. "Bud" Poile Trophy

The Norman R. "Bud" Poile Trophy is presented annually to the AHL's team that finishes with the best regular season record in the Western Conference. The award is named after former Hockey Hall of Famer Bud Poile.

There is no equivalent award in the NHL.

Winners

 * Western Conference
 * 2008–09 - Manitoba Moose
 * 2007–08 - Chicago Wolves
 * 2006–07 - Omaha Ak-Sar-Ben Knights
 * 2005–06 - Grand Rapids Griffins
 * 2004–05 - Rochester Americans
 * 2003–04 - Milwaukee Admirals
 * West Division
 * 2002–03 - Houston Aeros
 * 2001–02 - Grand Rapids Griffins