Chris Kreider's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Chris Kreider. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Chris Kreider is an American professional ice hockey player currently serving as an alternate captain for the New York Rangers in the NHL. As a winger, he is known for his speed and scoring ability. Kreider has played his entire NHL career with the Rangers, becoming a key player and leader for the team.

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February 10, 1973: Rangers' best 14-game stretch

Through December 2014, the Rangers maintained a 13–1–0 record, their best 14-game stretch since January 7 to February 10, 1973.

1981: First Rangers rookie to register two game-winning goals

Kreider subsequently set numerous franchise records with his third-period goal as he became the youngest Rangers player to record two points in a playoff game since 1996 and the first rookie to register a multi-point game in the postseason since 2008. He also became the first Rangers rookie to register two game-winning goals in the postseason since Mike Allison in 1981.

1990: Comparison to Bernie Nicholls

In the 2016 NHL season, on October 17, Chris Kreider became the first Rangers player since Bernie Nicholls in the 1990-91 NHL season to have three multi-point games in the first three games of the season.

1992: Reference to Rangers' multi-goal game

In 1992, A Rangers skater recorded a multi-goal game.

1992: Comparison to Brian Leetch

In the 2016 NHL season, on October 17, Chris Kreider became the first Rangers player since Brian Leetch in the 1992-93 season to have at least six points in the first three games.

1996: Youngest Rangers player to record two points

In Game 1 of the series, Kreider tallied his second NHL goal to give the Rangers a 2–1 lead seven minutes into the third period. He subsequently set numerous franchise records with his third-period goal as he became the youngest Rangers player to record two points in a playoff game since 1996.

2008: First rookie to register a multi-point game

In Game 1 of the series, Kreider tallied his second NHL goal to give the Rangers a 2–1 lead seven minutes into the third period. He finished the game playing 15:35 of ice time and adding an assist as the Rangers won 3–1. Kreider subsequently set numerous franchise records with his third-period goal as he became the first rookie to register a multi-point game in the postseason since 2008.

2010: Represented United States in international tournaments

In 2010, Chris Kreider represented the United States at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships and the IIHF World Championship, winning a gold medal at the former. He scored his first goal of the tournament in the second game to help Team USA shutout Team Switzerland 3–0. He also recorded a hat-trick in Team USA's 12–1 win over Team Latvia on December 29.

2010: World Junior Ice Hockey Championships Gold Medal

In 2010, Chris Kreider represented the United States at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, where he won a gold medal, marking his first international achievement.

2010: World Junior Championship and NCAA Title

In 2010, Chris Kreider won a World Junior Championship gold medal and an NCAA title with Boston College, becoming the second American to achieve this feat in the same year.

2011: Beanpot Tournament and Injury

In 2011, Chris Kreider led the Eagles through the Beanpot Tournament and tallied two goals and an assist, being named MVP. His momentum was cut short in March after he suffered a broken jaw.

2011: Representing the United States at the 2011 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships and IIHF World Championship

In 2011, Chris Kreider represented the United States at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, contributing significantly to Team USA's success. He scored four goals and two assists, helping the team win a gold medal. Later in 2011, Kreider also competed in the IIHF World Championship, scoring three points in seven games.

2012: Second NCAA Title with Boston College

In 2012, Chris Kreider led Boston College to a second NCAA title, scoring 23 goals and 45 points in 44 games, marking a successful end to his collegiate career.

2012: NHL Debut and Playoff Record

In 2012, Chris Kreider made his NHL debut during the Stanley Cup playoffs, setting a new NHL record for most playoff goals before playing in a regular season game.

2014: NHL Stats since 2014-15 season

By December 16, 2016, Chris Kreider was one of only two NHL players who had registered at least 50 goals, 100 points, a plus-30 rating, and 150 penalty minutes since the start of the 2014–15 season.

2014: Alexander Ovechkin's power play milestone

In 2014, Alexander Ovechkin reached the milestone of most power play goals in a single season.

2015: Rangers Reach Eastern Conference Final

In 2015, Chris Kreider helped lift the Rangers to the Eastern Conference Final for the first time since 2015 after scoring two goals in Game 7.

February 24, 2018: Returned to Rangers lineup

On February 24, 2018, Chris Kreider returned to the Rangers lineup after missing 24 games due to a blood clot and subsequent surgery.

November 15, 2018: 400th career NHL game

On November 15, 2018, Chris Kreider scored two power-play goals in his 400th career NHL game, although the Rangers lost 7–5 to the Islanders.

2018: Representing the United States at the 2018 IIHF World Championship

In 2018, Chris Kreider was selected to represent the United States at the IIHF World Championship, along with teammate Neal Pionk. During the tournament, Kreider was named the USA Player of the Game twice and scored two goals against Team Canada, helping the United States win a bronze medal.

February 24, 2019: Scored two goals in 21 seconds

On February 24, 2019, Chris Kreider and Jimmy Vesey combined to score two goals in the first 21 seconds into a period, marking only the second time this has occurred in Rangers franchise history.

February 1, 2021: Scored 161st NHL career goal

On February 1, 2021, Chris Kreider scored his 161st NHL career goal during a game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, becoming the second American-born player on the Rangers' all-time goal-scoring list behind Brian Leetch.

January 22, 2022: Scored Fifth Career Hat-Trick

On January 22, 2022, Chris Kreider scored his fifth career NHL hat-trick to lift the Rangers to a 7–3 win over the Arizona Coyotes. With this hat-trick, Kreider tied for the NHL lead in goals with Alexander Ovechkin and tied Messier for eighth in Rangers franchise history for power-play goals.

November 1, 2022: Tied for eighth most game-winning goals in franchise history

On November 1, 2022, Chris Kreider scored his 35th career game-winning goal, tying Steve Vickers for the eighth most game-winning goals in franchise history.

2022: Sets franchise records, wins award

In 2022, Chris Kreider set several franchise records, including most power-play goals in a single season. On April 5th, he broke the record previously held by Jaromír Jágr and became the first NHL player to reach this milestone since Alexander Ovechkin in 2014-15. Kreider also received the Steven MacDonald Extra Effort Award and was nominated for the Bill Masterton Trophy.

January 10, 2023: Surpassed Vickers for eighth most goals in Rangers history

On January 10, 2023, Chris Kreider surpassed Steve Vickers for the eighth most goals in Rangers history with 247. He also tied with Adam Graves for the seventh most game-winning goals in franchise history.

January 2, 2024: Secured record for most goals scored at Madison Square Garden

On January 2, 2024, Chris Kreider scored his 166th goal at Madison Square Garden, securing the record for most goals scored in that arena.

May 16, 2024: Scored a natural hat-trick against the Hurricanes

On May 16, 2024, Chris Kreider scored a natural hat-trick in the third period to lead the Rangers to a Game 6 win over the Carolina Hurricanes and advance to the Conference finals. This was the first postseason hat-trick of his career and the 16th hat trick in Rangers playoff history.

2024: Rangers' All-Time Playoff Leader

During the 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs, Chris Kreider became the Rangers' all-time leader in playoff goals, playoff power-play goals, and playoff game-winning goals, marking a significant milestone in his career.