Career Timeline of Charlie Coyle: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Charlie Coyle made an impact.

Charles Robert "Charlie" Coyle is an American professional ice hockey forward currently playing for the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL. He previously played for the Minnesota Wild and Boston Bruins, establishing himself as a reliable player known for his size, skating ability, and versatility.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2010: Committed to Boston University Terriers

In 2010, Coyle committed to play NCAA Division I college ice hockey with the Boston University Terriers.

2010: Drafted by the San Jose Sharks

In 2010, Coyle was drafted by the San Jose Sharks in the first round of the NHL entry draft.

June 25, 2011: Traded to the Minnesota Wild

On June 25, 2011, Coyle was traded to the Minnesota Wild.

December 16, 2011: Left Boston University to sign with Saint John Sea Dogs

On December 16, 2011, Coyle decided to leave Boston University and sign with the Saint John Sea Dogs of the QMJHL.

2011: Saint John Sea Dogs season

In 2011, Coyle played the season with the Saint John Sea Dogs until he signed with the Wild.

2011: Traded to the Minnesota Wild

In 2011, Coyle was traded to the Minnesota Wild.

March 1, 2012: Signed with the Wild

On March 1, 2012, Coyle signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Minnesota Wild, remaining with the Saint John Sea Dogs until the end of the 2011-12 season.

2012: Played for the Saint John Sea Dogs

In 2012, Coyle played for the Saint John Sea Dogs of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL).

2012: Draft Pick

In 2012, Coyle was part of a trade that involved a second-round draft pick.

February 4, 2013: NHL Debut

On February 4, 2013, Charlie Coyle made his NHL debut while playing for the Minnesota Wild.

February 23, 2013: First NHL Goal

On February 23, 2013, Coyle scored his first NHL goal (and point) against Joey MacDonald of the Calgary Flames.

March 30, 2013: Memorable Goal and First NHL Fight

On March 30, 2013, Coyle scored a memorable goal against the Los Angeles Kings, and also got into his first NHL fight against the Columbus Blue Jackets, taking on Brandon Dubinsky, receiving a match penalty for a hit on Artem Anisimov.

2015: Second on the team in goals

In the 2015 season, Coyle was second on the team in goals scored, behind Zach Parise. He also set personal bests in goals, assists and points, breaking the 20-goal plateau for the first time in his career.

November 20, 2017: Returned to Wild's Lineup

On November 20, 2017, Coyle returned to the Wild's lineup after missing 16 games due to a broken leg suffered earlier in the season.

February 20, 2019: Traded to the Boston Bruins

On February 20, 2019, Coyle was traded to the Boston Bruins in exchange for Ryan Donato and a 2019 fifth-round pick. He later scored 9 goals and 16 points in 24 games during the 2019 playoffs.

2019: Traded to the Boston Bruins

In 2019, Coyle was traded to the Boston Bruins.

February 1, 2020: Named Alternate Captain of the Bruins

On February 1, 2020, in his return to Minnesota with the Bruins, Coyle was named one of the Alternate Captains of the Bruins.

April 6, 2021: Signed contract extension

On April 6, 2021, Coyle signed a six-year, $31.5 million contract extension with the Bruins.

November 9, 2023: First Career NHL Hat-Trick

On November 9, 2023, Coyle recorded his first career NHL hat-trick in a 5-2 win over the New York Islanders.

2024: Offensive Struggles and Improved Production

Heading into 2024, Coyle struggled offensively at the beginning of the season but steadily improved in December, scoring two goals in the Bruins Centennial Game against the Montreal Canadiens and almost doubling his point total for the season.

March 7, 2025: Traded to the Colorado Avalanche

On March 7, 2025, the Bruins traded Coyle and a 2026 fifth-round pick to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for Casey Mittelstadt, Will Zellers and the Carolina Hurricanes' 2025 second-round pick.