Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Alec Martinez

How Alec Martinez built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Alec Martinez is an American professional ice hockey defenseman currently playing for the Chicago Blackhawks. He's celebrated as a three-time Stanley Cup champion, securing victories with the Los Angeles Kings in 2012 and 2014, and the Vegas Golden Knights in 2023. Notably, in 2014, Martinez achieved the rare feat of scoring the series-winning goal in both the Western Conference Finals and the Stanley Cup Finals, both occurring in overtime.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1980: Nystrom Scored at Home

In 1980, Bob Nystrom scored at home before Alec Martinez became the 17th player to score the Cup-winning goal in overtime at home.

2007: Drafted by Los Angeles Kings

In 2007, Alec Martinez was drafted 95th overall by the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL Entry Draft.

2008: Professional Debut

In 2008, Alec Martinez made his professional debut for the Manchester Monarchs, the Los Angeles Kings' AHL affiliate.

2009: Joined Kings Opening Roster

In 2009, Alec Martinez was announced to the opening roster for the 2009–10 season with the Los Angeles Kings.

November 23, 2010: Recalled to Los Angeles Kings

On November 23, 2010, Alec Martinez was recalled by the Los Angeles Kings to replace Jake Muzzin.

December 4, 2010: First Multi-Point Game

On December 4, 2010, Alec Martinez had his first multi-point game, including a goal against Chris Osgood of the Detroit Red Wings.

2010: Kane Scored Cup-Winning Goal

In 2010, Patrick Kane scored the Cup-winning goal in overtime before Alec Martinez became the 17th player to do so.

July 8, 2011: Signed Contract with Kings

On July 8, 2011, Alec Martinez signed a two-year, $1,475,000 contract with the Los Angeles Kings.

December 2011: Sutter Replaced Murray

In December 2011, Darryl Sutter replaced Terry Murray as head coach, and Martinez maintained his solid offensive and defensive play.

June 11, 2012: Stanley Cup Victory

On June 11, 2012, Alec Martinez and the Los Angeles Kings won the Stanley Cup.

2012: Stanley Cup Champion

In 2012, Alec Martinez won his first Stanley Cup championship with the Los Angeles Kings.

December 31, 2012: Signed with Allen Americans

On December 31, 2012, due to the NHL lockout, Alec Martinez signed with the Allen Americans of the Central Hockey League.

2013: Returned as Regular

In 2013, Alec Martinez was injured for 10 of the Kings' first 15 games but returned as a regular on the Kings' defense and contributed to the team's offense.

June 1, 2014: Western Conference Finals-Winning Goal

On June 1, 2014, Alec Martinez scored the Western Conference Finals-winning goal in overtime against the Chicago Blackhawks.

December 4, 2014: Signed Extension with Kings

On December 4, 2014, Alec Martinez signed a 6-year $24 million extension with the Los Angeles Kings.

2014: Second Stanley Cup Win with the Kings

In 2014, Alec Martinez won his second Stanley Cup championship with the Los Angeles Kings and scored both the Western Conference Finals-winning goal and Stanley Cup Finals-winning goal, both in overtime.