The Frank Mathers Trophy is presented annually to the AHL team that finishes with the best regular season record in the Eastern Conference. Previously, it was awarded to winner of the Southern Division (1996), Mid-Atlantic Division (1997–2001), South Division (2002–2003), and East Division (2012–2015).
The award is named after former Hershey Bears player, coach, general manager, and team president Frank Mathers.
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