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 player currently serving as a forward and alternate captain for the Ottawa Senators in the NHL. Drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in 2006, he became the team's captain in 2013, holding the title for the longest tenure in Flyers' history. He reached his 1,000th game with the Flyers in March 2022. Prior to joining the Senators, Giroux also played for the Florida Panthers. Known for his versatility, Giroux has played both center and wing positions throughout his NHL career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1975: Historic Comeback in Semifinals

In 2010 the Flyers made an historic comeback in the semifinals against the Boston Bruins, becoming the first team since 1975 to overcome a three-game deficit in the playoffs.

2003: Leading scorer for Cumberland Barons

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

2004: Leading scorer for Cumberland Barons

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

2006: Selected by Philadelphia Flyers in NHL Draft

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

2006: Selected by the Flyers in the NHL entry draft

In 2006, Giroux was selected by the Philadelphia Flyers 22nd overall in the NHL entry draft.

2006: Missed playoffs

In 2013 the Flyers missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2006–07 season.

July 23, 2007: Signed entry-level contract with Flyers

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

2007: Drafted by Flyers in 2007

In 2007, the Flyers had drafted James van Riemsdyk second overall.

February 2008: NHL Debut with Flyers

In February 2008, Giroux debuted with the Flyers.

February 19, 2008: NHL Debut

On February 19, 2008, Claude Giroux made his NHL debut with the 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: IIHF World Junior Ice Hockey Championship

In 2008, Claude Giroux competed with Team Canada in the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Junior Ice Hockey Championship (WJC). He scored two goals and four assists in seven games, helping Canada win its fourth consecutive WJC.

2008: President's Cup Win and World Junior Gold Medal

In 2008, Claude Giroux helped the Gatineau Olympiques win the President's Cup. He also won a gold medal with Team Canada in the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in 2008.

January 27, 2009: First NHL Goal

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

2009: Inconsistent Season with Flyers

In 2009-2010 season, the Flyers experienced inconsistency which affected all players, including Claude Giroux.

November 8, 2010: Signed 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 advanced to the Stanley Cup Finals, where they lost to the Chicago Blackhawks.

January 11, 2011: Named to NHL All-Star Game Roster

On January 11, 2011, Claude Giroux was named to the 2011 NHL All-Star Game roster.

March 26, 2011: 200th Career Game

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

2011: Took over role as first line centre

In 2011, Claude Giroux took over the role as first line centre for the Flyers.

April 13, 2012: First Career Hat Trick

On April 13, 2012, during Game 2 of the first round of the 2012 playoffs against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Claude Giroux recorded his first career hat trick and earned a Flyers record for most points during a single Stanley Cup playoff game with six points.

May 7, 2012: One-Game Suspension

On May 7, 2012, Claude Giroux received a one-game suspension for a hit to the head of New Jersey Devils forward Dainius Zubrus during Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semi-finals.

June 20, 2012: Named Cover Athlete for NHL 13

On June 20, 2012, Claude Giroux was named the cover athlete for NHL 13 at the NHL awards in Las Vegas.

2012: Played for Eisbären Berlin during NHL Lock-out

During the 2012-2013 NHL lock-out, Claude Giroux played for Eisbären Berlin of the German Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL).

2012: Finished third in the league in point scoring

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

January 15, 2013: Named Flyers Team Captain

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

April 2013: IIHF World Championship

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

July 5, 2013: Signed Contract Extension

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

2013: Named Flyers' Team Captain

In 2013, Claude Giroux was named the team captain for the Philadelphia Flyers.

2014: Finished third in the league in point scoring

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

2015: World Hockey Championships

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

May 2016: Surgery to Repair Injuries

In May 2016, after the Flyers' first-round playoff defeat, Claude Giroux underwent surgery to repair hip and abdominal muscle injuries.

2017: Move to Wing Position

In 2017, Claude Giroux transitioned from center to wing, contributing to career years for both himself and Sean Couturier. He was also named to the 2018 NHL All-Star Game for the fifth time.

March 13, 2018: Longest-Tenured Athlete in Philadelphia

On March 13, 2018, Claude Giroux became the longest-tenured professional athlete in Philadelphia after the Philadelphia Eagles released Brent Celek.

March 20, 2018: Passed Eric Lindros on All-Time Scoring List

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

2018: Finished second in the league in point scoring

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

February 20, 2019: Number Retired by Olympiques

On February 20, 2019, Claude Giroux's number 28 was retired by the Olympiques.

January 26, 2021: Beating 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: Breaking Power Play Points Record

On December 10, 2021, Claude Giroux achieved his 334th career power play point with an assist to Sean Couturier, surpassing Bobby Clarke for the most power play points in Flyers history.

December 29, 2021: 600th Career Assist

On December 29, 2021, Claude Giroux recorded his 600th career assist with an assist on a James van Riemsdyk goal against the Seattle Kraken, reaching 884 career points. He surpassed Bill Barber for second overall in Flyers' franchise history.

March 13, 2022: 900th NHL Point

On March 13, 2022, Claude Giroux scored his 900th NHL point in his 999th NHL game, while also surpassing Eric Lindros for eighth place on the Flyers' all-time goals list.

March 17, 2022: Giroux's 1,000th game with the Flyers

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

March 19, 2022: Traded to the 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, in exchange for Owen Tippett, a 2024 first-round draft pick, and a 2023 third-round pick.