Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Claude Giroux

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Claude Giroux made an impact.

Claude Giroux is a Canadian professional ice hockey forward, currently an alternate captain for the Ottawa Senators in the NHL. Drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in 2006, he served as their captain from 2013, becoming the longest-tenured captain in Flyers' history, and played his 1,000th game with the team on March 17, 2022. He also played for the Florida Panthers. Known for his offensive flexibility, Giroux has played both center and wing throughout his career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1995: Reached 100-point mark

In the final game of the 2017-18 regular season, Claude Giroux became the first Flyers' player to reach 100 points in a season since Eric Lindros in 1995-96.

2003: Leading Scorer for Cumberland Barons

In the 2002-2003 season, Claude Giroux was the leading scorer for the Cumberland Barons.

2004: Leading Scorer for Cumberland Barons

In the 2003-2004 season, Claude Giroux was the leading scorer for the Cumberland Barons.

2006: Drafted by Philadelphia Flyers

In 2006, Claude Giroux was drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in the first round, 22nd overall, of the NHL entry draft.

July 23, 2007: Signed with the Flyers

On July 23, 2007, Claude Giroux signed an entry-level contract with the Philadelphia Flyers.

February 2008: Debut with the Flyers

In February 2008, Claude Giroux made his debut with the Philadelphia Flyers.

February 19, 2008: NHL Debut

On February 19, 2008, Claude Giroux made his NHL debut with the Philadelphia Flyers against the Ottawa Senators.

2008: Assigned to Philadelphia Phantoms

At the beginning of the 2008-09 season, Claude Giroux was assigned to the Philadelphia Phantoms of the AHL.

2008: End of Season

Claude Giroux ended the 2008-09 season with 9 goals and 27 points in 42 games played.

2008: President's Cup Win

In 2008, Claude Giroux helped the Gatineau Olympiques win the President's Cup and earned the Guy Lafleur Trophy as the playoff MVP.

January 27, 2009: First NHL Goal

On January 27, 2009, Claude Giroux scored his first NHL goal against Tomáš Vokoun and the Florida Panthers.

November 8, 2010: Contract Extension

On November 8, 2010, Claude Giroux signed a three-year, $11.25 million contract extension with the Flyers.

2010: Stanley Cup Finals Appearance

In 2010, Claude Giroux and the Flyers made an historic comeback to reach the Stanley Cup Finals, where they eventually lost to the Chicago Blackhawks in overtime in Game 6.

March 26, 2011: 200th Career Game

On March 26, 2011, Claude Giroux played his 200th career game against the New York Islanders.

2011: First Line Centre

After the Flyers traded away Jeff Carter and Mike Richards in the 2011 off-season, Claude Giroux became the first line centre for the club.

April 13, 2012: First Career Hat Trick

On April 13, 2012, Claude Giroux recorded his first career hat trick during game two of the first round of the 2012 playoffs against Pittsburgh and recorded six points during that same game, earning a Flyers record for most points during a single Stanley Cup playoff game.

2012: Third in League Point Scoring

In 2012, Claude Giroux finished third in the league in point scoring.

January 15, 2013: Named Flyers Captain

On January 15, 2013, Claude Giroux was named the 19th team captain in Flyers history, taking over for Chris Pronger.

April 2013: Giroux Competes in IIHF World Championship

In April 2013, Claude Giroux competed with Team Canada in the IIHF World Championship, scoring three goals and five assists in eight games.

July 5, 2013: Contract Extension

On July 5, 2013, Claude Giroux signed an eight-year, $66.2 million contract extension to stay in Philadelphia.

2013: Named Flyers' Team Captain

In 2013, Claude Giroux was named the team captain for the Philadelphia Flyers, eventually becoming the longest-tenured captain in the team's history.

2014: Third in League Point Scoring

In 2014, Claude Giroux finished third in the league in point scoring.

2015: Giroux Wins Gold at World Hockey Championships

In 2015, Claude Giroux was a member of Canada's gold medal-winning team at the World Hockey Championships. He was also awarded Player of the Game in the final victory against Team Russia.

2017: Move to Wing

Things began turning upwards for Claude Giroux during the 2017-18 season, as he moved from centre to wing. This allowed Sean Couturier to move up to the top line, and both players had career years as a result.

March 20, 2018: Passed Lindros in Scoring

On March 20, 2018, Claude Giroux passed Eric Lindros for 5th on the Flyers' all-time scoring list, recording an assist on Sean Couturier's goal to record point 660.

2018: Second in League Point Scoring

In 2018, Claude Giroux finished second in the league with 102 points, only behind Connor McDavid.

January 26, 2021: Giroux Breaks Bobby Clarke's Record

On January 26, 2021, Claude Giroux played his 611th game as the Flyers team captain, surpassing Bobby Clarke's 1984 record.

December 10, 2021: Giroux Passes Clarke for Most Power Play Points

On December 10, 2021, Claude Giroux recorded his 334th career power play point, with an assist on Sean Couturier's goal, surpassing Bobby Clarke's record for the most power play points in Flyers history.

December 29, 2021: Giroux Achieves 600th Career Assist

On December 29, 2021, Claude Giroux recorded his 600th career assist and 884th career point with an assist on a James van Riemsdyk goal against the Seattle Kraken. He became the tenth active player to reach 600 assists, surpassing Hall of Famer Bill Barber for second overall in Flyers' franchise history.

March 13, 2022: Giroux Scores 900th NHL Point

On March 13, 2022, Claude Giroux scored his 900th NHL point in his 999th NHL game. In the same game, which was a 4-3 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, he also passed Eric Lindros for eighth place on the Flyers' all-time goals list.

March 17, 2022: 1,000th Game with the Flyers

On March 17, 2022, Claude Giroux played his 1,000th game with the Philadelphia Flyers.

March 19, 2022: Giroux Traded to Florida Panthers

On March 19, 2022, Claude Giroux was traded to the Florida Panthers along with a 2024 fifth-round pick, Connor Bunnaman, and German Rubtsov. The Flyers received Owen Tippett, a 2024 first-round draft pick, and a 2023 third-round pick in exchange.

July 13, 2022: Giroux Signs with Ottawa Senators

On July 13, 2022, Claude Giroux signed a three-year, $19.5 million contract with the Ottawa Senators.

September 19, 2022: Giroux Named Alternate Captain

On September 19, 2022, Claude Giroux was announced as an alternate captain for the Ottawa Senators.

November 5, 2022: Giroux Records 300th Career Goal

On November 5, 2022, Claude Giroux scored his 300th career goal in a game against his former team, the Philadelphia Flyers.

April 10, 2023: Giroux Reaches 1,000th Career Point

On April 10, 2023, during the last home game of the season against the Carolina Hurricanes, Claude Giroux recorded his 1,000th career point with an assist to Tim Stützle. He also scored two goals in the 3-2 victory.