History of Anthony Mantha in Timeline

Anthony Mantha-Pronovost is a Canadian professional ice hockey player currently with the Vegas Golden Knights (NHL). He was drafted in 2013 by the Detroit Red Wings.

1933: A Historic Feat for the Red Wings

Mantha's four-goal performance in the 2019 home opener made him the first Red Wings player to achieve this since John Sorrell in 1933.

September 16, 1994: Birth of Anthony Mantha

Anthony Mantha-Pronovost was born on September 16, 1994.

2005: A Notable Draft Pick for the Griffins

Mantha's debut with the Griffins in 2014 marked him as the second-highest Detroit draft pick to play for the team, second only to Jakub Kindl who was drafted 19th overall in 2005.

2007: Participation in Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament

In 2007, Anthony Mantha played in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with the Collège-Français Rive-Sud minor ice hockey team.

2010: QMJHL Debut

During the 2010–11 season, Anthony Mantha made his debut in the QMJHL, appearing in two games with Val-d'or. He spent most of the season with the College Charles-Lemoyne Riverains in Quebec's midget AAA league.

2010: Drafted by the Val-d'Or Foreurs

In 2010, he was drafted 76th overall in the QMJHL Entry Draft by the Val-d'Or Foreurs.

2011: First Full Season in the QMJHL

During the 2011–12 season, Mantha played his first full year in the QMJHL, participating in 63 games for Val-d'or and achieving 22 goals and 29 assists.

2011: Joining the Ranks of Franchise Records

Mantha's four-goal game in 2019 placed him among the 23 players in franchise history to achieve this feat, the last being Johan Franzén in 2011.

2012: Val-d'or's Second Leading Scorer

In the 2012–13 season, Mantha was Val-d'or's second-highest scorer. He led the QMJHL with 50 goals and achieved 39 assists in 67 games, maintaining a plus-21 rating.

2012: Bronze Medal at the IIHF World U18 Championship

Mantha represented Team Canada at the IIHF World U18 Championship in 2012, winning a bronze medal.

October 12, 2013: Signing with the Detroit Red Wings

On October 12, 2013, Mantha signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Detroit Red Wings.

2013: Leading Scorer in the QMJHL

During the 2013–14 season, Mantha played in 57 games for Val-d'or. He finished the season as the QMJHL's leading scorer with 57 goals and 63 assists. He was awarded the first star of the month for September and October. For his performance, he received the Jean Béliveau Trophy, the Michel Brière Memorial Trophy, and the CHL Player of the Year award.

2013: Drafted by the Detroit Red Wings

In 2013, Anthony Mantha was drafted 20th overall by the Detroit Red Wings in the NHL Entry Draft.

2013: Recognition for Outstanding Performance

Mantha's outstanding play in 2012-2013 earned him an invitation to the 2013 CHL Top Prospects Game and a spot on the QMJHL Second All-Star Team.

November 14, 2014: Professional Debut for the Grand Rapids Griffins

On November 14, 2014, Mantha made his professional debut with the Grand Rapids Griffins in a game against the Texas Stars.

2014: Representing Canada at the World Juniors

Mantha played for Team Canada in the IIHF World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in 2014. He was named to the 2014 WJC All-Star Team.

February 17, 2016: First Career Hat-trick

Mantha scored his first career hat-trick on February 17, 2016, during a game against the Milwaukee Admirals.

March 14, 2016: NHL Debut with the Detroit Red Wings

Mantha was called up to the Detroit Red Wings on March 14, 2016, and made his NHL debut in a game against the Philadelphia Flyers the following day.

November 11, 2016: Recalled by the Red Wings

The Red Wings recalled Mantha again on November 11, 2016. At the time, he was tied for the AHL lead in goals with eight goals in 10 games.

October 5, 2017: First Goal at Little Caesars Arena

Mantha scored the first goal at Little Caesars Arena on October 5, 2017.

March 31, 2019: First NHL Hat-trick

On March 31, 2019, Mantha achieved his first NHL hat-trick in a game against the Boston Bruins.

April 29, 2019: Selected for Team Canada at the World Championship

On April 29, 2019, Mantha was named to Team Canada for the 2019 IIHF World Championship in Slovakia.

May 26, 2019: Silver Medal at the World Championship

Mantha helped Canada reach the playoff rounds in the 2019 IIHF World Championship, ultimately securing the Silver Medal on May 26, 2019.

October 6, 2019: Four Goals in Season Opener

Mantha scored four goals, including a natural hat-trick, in Detroit's home opener against the Dallas Stars on October 6, 2019. This achievement made him the second player in franchise history to score four or more goals in a home opener.

October 8, 2019: NHL's Second Star of the Week

On October 8, 2019, Mantha was named NHL's Second Star of the Week.

November 3, 2020: Contract Extension with the Red Wings

The Red Wings signed Mantha to a four-year, $22.8 million contract extension on November 3, 2020.

April 12, 2021: Trade to the Washington Capitals

On April 12, 2021, Mantha was traded to the Washington Capitals.

April 18, 2021: Historic Goal Streak with the Capitals

Mantha made history on April 18, 2021, by becoming the first Washington Capitals player to score a goal in each of his first four games with the team.

2021: Elizabeth Mantha Makes History as AHL Official

In October 2021, Anthony's sister, Elizabeth Mantha, became one of the first 10 female officials in American Hockey League history.

December 13, 2022: Assisting a Historic Goal

On December 13, 2022, Mantha assisted on Alexander Ovechkin's 800th career goal, making Ovechkin the third player in NHL history to reach this milestone.