History of Cole Caufield in Timeline

Cole Caufield is a Canadian-American professional ice hockey player currently playing as a winger for the Montreal Canadiens in the NHL. Caufield was drafted in the first round, 15th overall, by the Canadiens in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft. He is known for his goal-scoring ability and offensive skills.

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1963: Wayne Begins Semi-Professional Hockey Career

In 1963, Wayne, Cole Caufield's paternal grandfather, began his semi-professional hockey career.

1976: Wayne Retires from Hockey

In 1976, Wayne, Cole Caufield's paternal grandfather, retired from his semi-professional hockey career after playing for numerous teams, most notably the Milwaukee Admirals of the United States Hockey League (USHL).

1979: Most goals by a Canadiens player

In 1979, Guy Lafleur had the most goals by a Canadiens player.

1987: Fastest Two-Goal Performance

In 1987, Stéphane Richer had the fastest two-goal performance for the Canadiens franchise.

1988: Father Played for UWSP

In 1988, Cole Caufield's father, Paul, began playing for the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point (UWSP).

1988: Stephane Richer Achieves 200 points

In 1988, Stephane Richer achieved 200 points in 243 games.

1989: Last Montreal Player to achieve 50 goals

In the 1989–90 season, Stéphane Richer became the last Montreal player to score 50 goals.

1992: Father Finished at UWSP

In 1992, Cole Caufield's father finished playing for the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point (UWSP).

1993: Last time a Canadien scored 40 goals in a season

In the 1993–94 season, Vincent Damphousse last scored 40 goals in a season for the Canadiens.

January 2, 2001: Cole Caufield Born

On January 2, 2001, Cole Caufield, a Canadian-American professional ice hockey player, was born.

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2002: Father Returned to UWSP as Assistant Coach

In 2002, Cole Caufield's father returned to the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point (UWSP) to work as an assistant coach.

2006: Father Becomes Manager of Ice Hawks Arena

In 2006, Cole Caufield's father resigned from his position as assistant coach at UWSP to assume his current position as manager of Ice Hawks Arena.

March 2008: Carey Price Receives NHL Rookie of the Month

In March 2008, Carey Price received the NHL Rookie of the Month.

2011: Wayne Inducted into Wisconsin Hockey Hall of Fame

In 2011, Wayne, Cole Caufield's paternal grandfather, was inducted into the Wisconsin Hockey Hall of Fame.

2017: World U-17 Hockey Challenge Gold Medal

In 2017, Cole Caufield participated in the World U-17 Hockey Challenge (U17 WHC), where he scored eight goals and five assists in six games, leading the United States to win the gold medal. He was named to the U17 WHC All-Star Team after the tournament for scoring the most goals. Also in 2017, he helped the United States secure gold at the Four Nations Cup in Russia, contributing six goals and one assist in three games.

July 13, 2018: Wayne Caufield's Death

On July 13, 2018, Wayne Caufield, Cole Caufield's paternal grandfather, passed away at the age of 75.

2018: IIHF World U-18 Championship Silver Medal

In 2018, Cole Caufield scored six points in seven games in the IIHF World U-18 Championship, contributing to his team winning the silver medal.

2018: Five Nations Cup Victory

In late 2018, Cole Caufield participated in the Five Nations Cup in the Czech Republic, where he scored seven goals and two assists in four games, contributing to Team USA's victory.

April 27, 2019: Tied Record at IIHF World U18 Championship

On April 27, 2019, Cole Caufield tied Alex Ovechkin's single tournament goals record with 14 at the 2019 IIHF World U18 Championship (U18 WJC), ultimately securing a bronze medal. He was also named the Most Valuable Player, Best Forward, and a member of the tournament all-star team.

June 21, 2019: Drafted by Montreal Canadiens

On June 21, 2019, Cole Caufield was selected in the first round, 15th overall, by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2019 NHL entry draft.

March 27, 2021: Signed by Montreal Canadiens

On March 27, 2021, Cole Caufield was signed to a three-year, entry-level contract by the Montreal Canadiens.

April 9, 2021: Wins Hobey Baker Award

On April 9, 2021, Cole Caufield was named to the AHCA First-Team All-American and received the Hobey Baker Award as the top NCAA Division I men's ice hockey player.

2021: World Junior Ice Hockey Championships Gold Medal

In 2021, Cole Caufield recorded two goals and three assists in seven games at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, contributing to the United States' gold medal victory.

2021: Canadiens Miss Playoffs

In 2021, the Canadiens qualified for the playoffs for the first time since 2021, eventually losing to the Capitals in five games during their ensuing first round matchup.

February 2022: Increased Ice Time

In February 2022, after Martin St. Louis replaced Dominique Ducharme as head coach, Cole Caufield saw his ice time increase and returned to the team's top line.

March 2022: Named NHL Rookie of the Month

In March 2022, Cole Caufield was named the NHL Rookie of the Month after leading all rookies in goals and total points.

December 1, 2022: Played 100th Career NHL Game

On December 1, 2022, Cole Caufield played his 100th career NHL game, scoring the game-winning goal.

June 5, 2023: Signed Contract Extension

On June 5, 2023, Cole Caufield signed a new eight-year, $62.8 million contract extension with the Canadiens.

September 2024: Switched Jersey Numbers

In September 2024, Cole Caufield announced that he would be switching jersey numbers from 22 to 13 following the death of Columbus Blue Jackets winger Johnny Gaudreau.

2024: Senior National Team Debut

Following the 2023–24 NHL season, Cole Caufield accepted an invitation to make his senior national team debut at the 2024 IIHF World Championship, after the Canadiens didn't qualify for the Stanley Cup playoffs. He scored two goals in the team's group stage match against Poland, his first at the senior level, but the Americans were eliminated in the quarterfinal by the Czech Republic.

December 31, 2024: Scores 100th Career Goal

On December 31, 2024, Cole Caufield scored his 100th career NHL goal in a 3–2 Canadiens win versus the Vegas Golden Knights.

February 25, 2025: Registers 200th Career Point

On February 25, 2025, Cole Caufield registered his 200th career NHL point against the Carolina Hurricanes, becoming the fastest player in franchise history to reach this point in over three decades.