Career Timeline of Brady Tkachuk: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Brady Tkachuk built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Brady Tkachuk is an American professional ice hockey player currently serving as the captain and left winger for the Ottawa Senators in the NHL. Drafted fourth overall in 2018 by the Senators, Tkachuk previously played for the Boston University Terriers, where he was recognized on the All-Hockey East Rookie Team. He is the brother of Matthew Tkachuk, who plays for the Florida Panthers.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2017: Represented the US at IIHF World U18 Championship

In 2017, Tkachuk represented the United States at the IIHF World U18 Championships.

2017: Captained U.S. Under-18 National Team

In 2017, Tkachuk was the captain of the gold-winning U.S. under-18 national team at the IIHF World U18 Championships.

August 13, 2018: Signed entry-level contract with the Senators

On August 13, 2018, Tkachuk signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Ottawa Senators, foregoing his remaining three years of NCAA eligibility.

November 8, 2018: Returned to Senators lineup after injury

On November 8, 2018, Tkachuk returned to the Ottawa Senators lineup for a game against the Vegas Golden Knights after recovering from a torn ligament in his leg.

2018: Played at 2018 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

In 2018, Tkachuk represented the US at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.

2018: Drafted by the Ottawa Senators

In 2018, Tkachuk was drafted as the fourth overall pick by the Ottawa Senators in the NHL entry draft after playing one season for the Boston University Terriers.

2018: Selected for Hockey East Rookie Team

In 2018, Tkachuk was selected for the Hockey East Rookie Team after playing for Boston University (BU) and ranking fifth on the team in points.

2018: Won Bronze at World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

In 2018, Tkachuk was selected to the U.S. under-20 national team for the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in Buffalo, New York, winning a bronze medal.

March 28, 2019: Tied franchise record for shots on goal

On March 28, 2019, Tkachuk tied the Ottawa Senators' franchise record for most shots on goal in a game with 12. He also scored his 20th goal of the season, tying Alexandre Daigle's record for most goals by a teenage player in a season.

January 22, 2020: Selected for 2020 NHL All-Star Game

On January 22, 2020, Tkachuk was selected to replace the injured Auston Matthews on the Atlantic Division roster for the 2020 NHL All-Star Game.

October 14, 2021: Signed contract with the Senators

On October 14, 2021, Tkachuk signed a seven-year, $57.5 million contract with the Ottawa Senators.

December 11, 2021: Scored First NHL Hat Trick

On December 11, 2021, Tkachuk scored his first NHL hat trick against Brian Elliott in a 4–0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning.

April 5, 2022: Goal and Two Assists against Montreal Canadiens

On April 5, 2022, Tkachuk scored a goal and two assists in a 6–3 win over the Montreal Canadiens.

December 2, 2022: Recorded Gordie Howe Hat Trick in 300th game

On December 2, 2022, in Tkachuk's 300th career game, he recorded a Gordie Howe hat trick, scoring his 100th and 101st career goals, with the 101st being the game winner in overtime in a 3–2 overtime win against the New York Rangers.