Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Cal Clutterbuck

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 23, 2025

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Cal Clutterbuck made an impact.

Cal Clutterbuck is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey right winger, notable for his NHL career with the Minnesota Wild and the New York Islanders. Drafted by the Wild in 2006, he distinguished himself as a physical player, ultimately setting the NHL record for the most career hits. Clutterbuck played a significant role on his teams, contributing a blend of grit and skill to the forward lines. His career highlights his longevity and consistent commitment to a high-impact, physical style of play.

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2003: Drafted by Toronto St. Michael's Majors

In 2003, Cal Clutterbuck was drafted in the first round, 13th overall, by the Toronto St. Michael's Majors of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL).

2006: Drafted by Minnesota Wild

In 2006, Cal Clutterbuck was drafted 72nd overall by the Minnesota Wild in the NHL Entry Draft.

May 31, 2007: Signed with the Wild

On May 31, 2007, Cal Clutterbuck signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Minnesota Wild following the conclusion of the 2006-07 season.

November 24, 2008: First NHL Goals

On November 24, 2008, Cal Clutterbuck scored his first two NHL goals against José Théodore of the Washington Capitals, contributing to a 4–3 win for the Minnesota Wild. He also recorded four hits during the game.

2009: Made Wild's Opening Night Roster

In 2009, Cal Clutterbuck made the Minnesota Wild's opening night roster, but was later placed on injured reserve after playing four games.

February 14, 2010: First Two-Point Game

On February 14, 2010, Cal Clutterbuck recorded his career-high 12th goal and recorded his first assist in 21 games.

2010: Signed Three-Year Extension

In 2010, Cal Clutterbuck signed a three-year contract extension with the Minnesota Wild on February 25.

June 30, 2013: Traded to the Islanders

On June 30, 2013, Cal Clutterbuck was traded from the Minnesota Wild to the New York Islanders.

2014: Named Alternate Captain

During the 2014-15 season, Cal Clutterbuck was named as an alternate captain for the New York Islanders after Kyle Okposo was sidelined with an eye injury.

April 25, 2015: Last Goal at Nassau Coliseum

On April 25, 2015, Cal Clutterbuck scored the last goal in Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum history during Game 6 of the first-round playoff series against the Washington Capitals.

December 9, 2016: Signed Five-Year Contract

On December 9, 2016, Cal Clutterbuck signed a five-year contract with the New York Islanders.

2018: Islanders' Part-Time Return to Coliseum Announced

In 2018, the New York Islanders announced a part-time return to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum starting with the 2018-19 season.

2021: Played in 2021-22 Season

During the 2021-22 season, Cal Clutterbuck played in 59 regular season games, totaling six goals and 15 points.

March 21, 2022: Signed Contract Extension with Islanders

On March 21, 2022, Cal Clutterbuck, while in the final season of his five-year contract and with the Islanders out of playoff contention, opted to re-sign to a two-year, $3.5 million contract extension with the team.