Cole Caufield's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Cole Caufield is an American professional ice hockey winger currently playing for the Montreal Canadiens in the NHL. He was drafted in the first round, 15th overall, by the Canadiens in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft. Known for his exceptional goal-scoring ability and offensive prowess, Caufield quickly became a key player for Montreal.

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1968: Jacques Lemaire's Rookie Postseason Performance

In 1968, Jacques Lemaire recorded 13 points (7 goals and 6 assists) for the Montreal Canadiens in the postseason.

1986: Claude Lemieux's Rookie Postseason Performance

In 1986, Claude Lemieux recorded 16 points (10 goals and 6 assists) for the Montreal Canadiens in the postseason.

March 2008: Carey Price received NHL Rookie of the Month

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

2011: Wayne Caufield Inducted into Wisconsin Hockey Hall of Fame

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

2014: Auston Matthews Set USNTDP Record

In the 2014-15 season, Auston Matthews set a USNTDP single-season goal record, scoring 55 goals.

2017: Won Gold Medal at U17 WHC

In 2017, Cole Caufield was selected to the World U-17 Hockey Challenge (U17 WHC) where he tallied eight goals and five assists in six games, leading the United States to a gold medal.

2017: Trent Frederic Named Big Ten Freshman of the Year

In 2017, Trent Frederic was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Year.

2018: Won Silver Medal at IIHF World U-18 Championship

At the 2018 IIHF World U-18 Championship, Cole Caufield notched six points in seven games towards a silver medal podium finish.

2018: Overtook USNTDP Goal Record

During the 2018–19 season, Cole Caufield scored 72 goals, surpassing Phil Kessel's all-time USNTDP goal record.

2018: Won Silver Medal at U18 WJC

In 2018, Cole Caufield represented the United States and won a silver medal at the U18 World Junior Championship (WJC).

2018: Won the 2018 Five Nations Cup

In late 2018, Team USA won the 2018 Five Nations Cup in the Czech Republic, during which Cole Caufield recorded seven goals and two assists in four games.

April 27, 2019: Tied Alex Ovechkin's Goals Record at U18 WJC

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), en route to a bronze medal.

2019: Played for Wisconsin Badgers

From 2019 to 2021, Cole Caufield played for the Wisconsin Badgers of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). During his freshman season in 2019–20, he recorded 19 goals and 17 assists in 36 games. He was selected to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team, All-First Team, and was also named the Big Ten Freshman of the Year.

2019: Won Bronze Medal at U18 WJC

In 2019, Cole Caufield represented the United States and won a bronze medal at the U18 World Junior Championship (WJC).

April 9, 2021: Named Hobey Baker Award Winner

On April 9, 2021, Cole Caufield was named the recipient of the Hobey Baker Award as the top NCAA Division I men's ice hockey player.

2021: Won Gold Medal at World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

During the 2021 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, Cole Caufield recorded two goals and three assists in seven games, helping the United States win a gold medal.