Connor McDavid is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who is widely regarded as one of the most talented players of his generation. He serves as the captain of the Edmonton Oilers in the NHL. Drafted first overall by the Oilers in 2015, he has consistently ranked among the league's top scorers and has earned numerous awards and accolades for his exceptional skills and performance.
1982: Wayne Gretzky's Unanimous Hart Trophy Win
In 1982, Wayne Gretzky, also playing for the Edmonton Oilers, became the first player to unanimously win the Hart Memorial Trophy.
1982: Gretzky's Point Streak
Wayne Gretzky achieved a 30-game point streak in 1982, the third longest for the Oilers at the time.
1983: Gretzky's Point Streak
Wayne Gretzky set a record in 1983 with a 51-game point streak, which stood as the longest in Oilers history at the time.
1984: Dynamic Duo Reaches Milestones
In 1984, Wayne Gretzky and Jari Kurri became the first pair of Edmonton teammates to individually reach 20 points within the first 10 games of the season since Gretzky and Jari Kurri in 1984-85. McDavid and Draisaitl would repeat this feat during the 2021-2022 season.
1986: Adam Oates Sets Record with Detroit Red Wings
In the 1986-87 season, Adam Oates of the Detroit Red Wings set a record by being involved in the team's first seven goals of the season.
1986: Gretzky's Goal Scoring Title
Wayne Gretzky last led the NHL in goals in the 1986-1987 season. This stood as a record for the Oilers until Connor McDavid led the league in goals in the 2022-2023 season.
1989: Mark Messier's Impressive Start with the Oilers
In the 1989-90 NHL season, Mark Messier started strong by recording at least 17 points in the first 10 games for the Edmonton Oilers.
1995: Lemieux's Milestone
During the 1995-96 season, Mario Lemieux set a record by becoming the fastest player to reach the 100-point milestone.
1995: Lemieux's 60-Goal Season
Mario Lemieux achieved the fastest 60-goal season in the 1995-1996 season, a record that stood until Connor McDavid surpassed it in the 2022-2023 season.
1996: Lemieux's Record-Breaking Season
Mario Lemieux achieved a record-breaking season in 1995-1996, setting a high bar for points scored.
1996: Lemieux and Jágr's Achievement
In 1996, Mario Lemieux and Jaromír Jágr of the Pittsburgh Penguins set a record by becoming the first teammates to achieve 30 goals and 80 points each within the first 55 games of the season.
January 13, 1997: Birth of Connor McDavid
Connor McDavid was born on January 13, 1997, in Richmond Hill, Ontario.
1999: Bure's 40-Goal Feat
Pavel Bure achieved the fastest 40 goals in a season during the 1999-2000 season, a record that stood until Connor McDavid surpassed it in the 2022-2023 season.
2000: Jaromír Jágr's Consecutive Art Ross Trophy Wins
Jaromír Jágr won the Art Ross Trophy in 2000 and 2001.
2000: Bure's 40-Goal Feat
Pavel Bure achieved the fastest 40 goals in a season during the 1999-2000 season, a record that stood until Connor McDavid surpassed it in the 2022-2023 season.
2001: Jaromír Jágr's Consecutive Art Ross Trophy Wins
Jaromír Jágr won the Art Ross Trophy in 2000 and 2001.
2001: Erie Otters Last Achieved 100 Points
The last time the Erie Otters achieved 100 points as a team prior to the 2013-14 season was in 2001.
2002: Forsberg's Playoff Scoring Lead
In 2002, Peter Forsberg became the last player to lead the NHL in playoff scoring without playing in the final round, a feat McDavid would repeat in 2022.
2005: John Tavares Granted Exceptional Player Status
John Tavares became the first OHL player to be granted exceptional player status in 2005.
2005: Sam Gagner's Impressive OHL Cup Performance
Sam Gagner set a record for most points in an OHL Cup tournament in 2005, with 17 points in five games.
2006: Sidney Crosby Wins Art Ross Trophy at Age 19
In 2006, Sidney Crosby, at the age of 19, won the Art Ross Trophy.
2006: Oilers Reach Western Conference Final
The Oilers reached the Western Conference Final in 2006, a feat they would not repeat until 2022 under McDavid's leadership.
2007: Ovechkin's Post-Lockout Goal Record
Alex Ovechkin set the record for most goals scored in a single season after the NHL lockout with 65 goals in the 2007-2008 season.
2009: McDavid Participates in Quebec Pee-Wee Tournament
In 2009, Connor McDavid participated in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with his York Simcoe team.
2011: Aaron Ekblad Granted Exceptional Player Status
Aaron Ekblad was granted exceptional player status in 2011, becoming the second OHL player to receive this designation.
2011: McDavid Joins the Toronto Marlboros
Connor McDavid joined the Toronto Marlboros of the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) in 2011.
2011: McDavid Joins Toronto Marlboros
Connor McDavid left the York Simcoe Express to join the Toronto Marlboros of the GTHL in 2011.
April 7, 2012: Erie Otters Draft McDavid
The Erie Otters selected Connor McDavid first overall in the 2012 OHL Priority Selection on April 7, 2012.
September 2012: Gabriel Landeskog Becomes Captain of the Colorado Avalanche
Gabriel Landeskog was named captain of the Colorado Avalanche in September 2012.
2012: McDavid Wins GTHL Player of the Year
Connor McDavid won the GTHL Player of the Year Award in 2012 after a successful season with the Toronto Marlboros.
2012: McDavid Granted Exceptional Player Status
Connor McDavid was granted exceptional player status by Hockey Canada in 2012, allowing him to play junior ice hockey at age 15.
2012: McDavid's OHL Debut Season
Connor McDavid began his OHL career with the Erie Otters in the 2012-2013 season.
March 10, 2013: McDavid Sets Otters Rookie Assist Record
Connor McDavid set a new franchise record for rookie assists with the Erie Otters on March 10, 2013, during a game against the Owen Sound Attack.
2013: Start of 2013-14 OHL Season with the Erie Otters
Connor McDavid and the Erie Otters had a strong start to the 2013-14 season, achieving a 10-game winning streak. McDavid contributed significantly during this streak.
2013: McDavid Wins Gold at World U18 Championships
Connor McDavid represented Canada and won a gold medal at the 2013 IIHF World U18 Championships.
2013: International Debut at World U-17 Hockey Challenge
In 2013, Connor McDavid began his international ice hockey career at the World U-17 Hockey Challenge, representing Team Ontario. Despite his team's sixth-place finish, his individual performance earned him a spot on the tournament all-star team.
2014: End of Season Awards and Junior Hockey Career Conclusion
At the conclusion of the 2014-15 season, McDavid received numerous awards including the Bobby Smith Trophy, CHL Scholastic Player of the Year, and was named to the OHL First All-Star team. Despite losing the J. Ross Robertson Cup finals, he received the Wayne Gretzky 99 Award. This marked the end of his junior hockey career.
2014: McDavid's Dominant OHL Season
Connor McDavid had a standout season in the OHL in 2014-2015, recording 120 points and receiving numerous awards.
2014: First Appearance at World Junior Ice Hockey Championship
Connor McDavid made history in 2014 by becoming one of the youngest players to join the Canadian junior team for the World Junior Ice Hockey Championship.
2014: Erie Otters Achieve 100 Points; McDavid Receives Awards
During the 2013-14 season, McDavid helped the Otters reach 100 points for the first time since 2001. He also received the William Hanley Trophy for most sportsmanlike player, the Bobby Smith Trophy, and the CHL Scholastic Player of the Year.
2014: McDavid Named Captain; Injury and Return to the Otters
McDavid was named captain of the Erie Otters for the 2014-15 season. He had a strong start, leading the league in points before a hand injury sidelined him for a portion of the season. He returned to the team and competition in 2015.
July 3, 2015: Signing with the Edmonton Oilers
On July 3, 2015, Connor McDavid signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Edmonton Oilers, marking the start of his NHL career.
October 9, 2015: NHL Debut with the Oilers
McDavid made his official NHL debut on October 9, 2015, in a game against the St. Louis Blues.
2015: Return to Play and Milestones After Injury
Following his return from injury in 2015, McDavid was named captain of Team Cherry at the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game. He also achieved his first OHL hat trick and reached 100 points for the season, earning him the title of OHL Player of the Month in February.
2015: Eichel Drafted and Potential Rivalry
Jack Eichel was drafted second overall in 2015, the same year McDavid was drafted first overall. This sparked discussion of a potential career rivalry between the two players.
2015: Edmonton Oilers Select McDavid First Overall
The Edmonton Oilers selected Connor McDavid first overall in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft.
2015: McDavid's NHL Debut
Connor McDavid joined the Edmonton Oilers for the 2015-2016 season, marking his entry into the NHL.
2015: Gold Medal at World Junior Ice Hockey Championships
In 2015, Connor McDavid was part of the Canadian team that won gold at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships. His impressive performance earned him a spot on the media all-star team.
October 5, 2016: Connor McDavid Becomes Youngest Captain in NHL History
On October 5, 2016, Connor McDavid was named captain of the Edmonton Oilers for the 2016-17 season, becoming the youngest captain in NHL history at 19 years and 266 days old.
December 18, 2016: McDavid Nets First Shootout Goal
On December 18, 2016, McDavid scored his first-ever shootout goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning's Ben Bishop, securing a 3-2 victory for the Oilers.
2016: Youngest Captain in NHL History
In 2016, Connor McDavid was named captain of the Edmonton Oilers, becoming the youngest captain in NHL history at the age of 19.
2016: Praise for Speed and Adaptability
In 2016, fellow NHL players and analysts lauded Connor McDavid's exceptional speed and adaptability on the ice, recognizing these qualities as key factors in his success.
2016: Ranked First in TSN Hockey's Top 50 Players Poll
From 2016 onwards, Connor McDavid consistently ranked highly in TSN Hockey's preseason fan poll of the top 50 players in the NHL, reflecting his growing reputation.
2016: Throws First Pitch at Blue Jays Game
Connor McDavid's love for baseball was on display in 2016 when he threw the ceremonial first pitch at a Toronto Blue Jays game.
2016: First IIHF World Championship Appearance and World Cup of Hockey Captaincy
Connor McDavid participated in his first IIHF World Championship in 2016, contributing significantly to Team Canada's victory. He was also named captain of Team North America for the World Cup of Hockey.
2016: Meeting Lauren Kyle
Connor McDavid met his future fiancée, Lauren Kyle, in 2016 through a blind date arranged by Kyle's cousin, who was McDavid's teammate at the time.
March 29, 2017: Oilers Clinch Playoff Berth, Ending Decade-Long Drought
The Edmonton Oilers ended their 10-year playoff drought on March 29, 2017, after defeating the Los Angeles Kings.
June 21, 2017: NHL 18 Cover Athlete
Connor McDavid's rising star power in the hockey world was evident when he was chosen as the cover athlete for EA Sports' NHL 18 video game.
July 5, 2017: McDavid Signs $100 Million Contract Extension
Connor McDavid signed a massive eight-year, $100 million contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers on July 5, 2017, solidifying his future with the team.
2017: Widespread Recognition as a Top NHL Player
By 2017, Connor McDavid had earned widespread recognition as one of the top players in the NHL, drawing comparisons to legends like Sidney Crosby and Wayne Gretzky.
2018: Consecutive 40-Goal Seasons
Connor McDavid achieved consecutive 40-goal seasons in the NHL during the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 seasons.
2018: Captain of Team Canada at IIHF World Championship
In 2018, Connor McDavid captained Team Canada at the IIHF World Championship. Despite leading the tournament in scoring early on, Canada finished without a medal.
2018: McDavid Makes History at NHL All-Star Game
In 2018, McDavid made history by becoming the first player to win the Fastest Skater competition at the NHL All-Star Game three times in a row.
2018: McDavid's Dominant Performance in the 2017-18 Season
The 2017-18 season saw McDavid achieve several milestones, including his second All-Star Game appearance, a four-goal game, and leading the NHL with 84 even-strength points.
January 2019: Oilers Fire General Manager Peter Chiarelli
In January 2019, the Edmonton Oilers fired general manager Peter Chiarelli after facing criticism for failing to build a competitive team around McDavid.
April 6, 2019: McDavid Suffers Season-Ending Knee Injury
On April 6, 2019, in a game against the Calgary Flames, McDavid suffered a severe knee injury, tearing his PCL, both menisci, and fracturing his tibial plateau.
2019: Knee Injury and Recovery
Connor McDavid suffered a knee injury in the final game of the 2018-2019 season but underwent rehabilitation and returned for the start of the 2019-2020 season.
2019: Start of 2019-20 Season
Connor McDavid kicked off the 2019-20 NHL season as the First Star of the Week, achieving 12 points in the first five games, leading the Oilers to comeback victories in each.
2019: Voted Best Forward by NHLPA
In both 2019 and 2020, Connor McDavid's peers in the NHLPA recognized his exceptional talent by voting him as the league's best forward.
2020: Voted Best Forward by NHLPA (Again)
Connor McDavid received the honor of being voted the best forward by the NHLPA for the second consecutive year in 2020.
2020: McDavid Reaches 100-Point Mark Again
Despite a shortened NHL season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Connor McDavid recorded 100 points for the fourth time in his career in 2020-2021.
2020: Edmonton Home Featured in EDify Magazine
Photos of Connor McDavid's Edmonton home were featured in EDify magazine in 2020, offering a glimpse into his personal life and style.
2020: McDavid's Dominance in the North Division
Throughout 2020, McDavid continued to dominate the NHL, securing the title of NHL North Division Star of the Month for both January and March. This achievement highlighted his exceptional performance and consistency on the ice.
2020: McDavid's Season Highlights and Injury
Throughout 2020, McDavid reached significant milestones, including his 400th NHL point, participation in his fourth All-Star Game, and reaching 30 goals and 80 points alongside teammate Draisaitl. However, he also experienced a knee injury during a game against the Nashville Predators, sidelining him for several games due to a quadriceps injury. Despite these setbacks, he returned to contribute significantly to the Oilers before the season was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
January 14, 2021: McDavid's Hat Trick
Connor McDavid scored his first hat trick of the 2020-21 season on January 14, 2021, during a game against the Vancouver Canucks, leading the Oilers to a 5-2 victory.
May 9, 2021: McDavid Achieves 100-Point Milestone
On May 9, 2021, Connor McDavid achieved his 100th point of the season in a game against the Vancouver Canucks. This accomplishment marked him as the first player to reach this milestone in such a short timeframe since Mario Lemieux in the 1995-96 season.
November 23, 2021: End of Point Streak
Connor McDavid's 17-game point streak ended on November 23, 2021, in a 4-1 loss against the Dallas Stars.
December 2021: NHL Pulls Out of 2022 Olympics
Connor McDavid's hopes of playing in the 2022 Winter Olympics were dashed in December 2021 when the NHL announced that its players would not be allowed to participate due to COVID-19 concerns.
2021: Eichel's Departure from Buffalo
Jack Eichel's time with the Buffalo Sabres, which had begun in 2015, ended in 2021 when he was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights.
2021: Gretzky Acknowledges McDavid's Growth
Wayne Gretzky, often considered the greatest hockey player of all time, praised Connor McDavid's increased maturity and physicality in 2021, noting his determination to win.
2021: Home Tour for Architectural Digest
Connor McDavid gave a video tour of his Edmonton home for Architectural Digest in 2021, sparking discussions about its design and location.
2021: Unanimous Hart Memorial Trophy Win
Connor McDavid achieved a historic feat in 2021 by becoming the second player ever to win the Hart Memorial Trophy unanimously, solidifying his status as the NHL's most valuable player.
October 12, 2022: 700 Career Points
On October 12, 2022, Connor McDavid reached 700 career points, becoming the sixth-fastest player to reach this milestone.
2022: All-Star Game and Playoff Run
In 2022, McDavid was selected as captain of the Pacific Division team at the NHL All-Star Game. He also led the Oilers to the Western Conference Final in the playoffs.
2022: Cheerios "Be the Cheer" Campaign and BetMGM Ambassador
In 2022, Connor McDavid's image appeared on boxes of Cheerios cereal as part of their "Be the Cheer" campaign supporting Canadian athletes at the Olympics. That same year, he became the first active professional athlete to serve as a brand ambassador for BetMGM.
2022: McDavid Wins Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy
Connor McDavid won the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy in the 2022-2023 season as the NHL's leading goal-scorer.
2022: Named to Canadian Olympic Roster (Later Withdrew)
Connor McDavid was initially named to the Canadian roster for the 2022 Winter Olympics, but the NHL's decision to withdraw from the Games prevented his participation.
June 22, 2023: Engagement to Lauren Kyle
Connor McDavid and his girlfriend, Lauren Kyle, announced their engagement on June 22, 2023, marking a significant milestone in their relationship.
2023: McDavid's Historic Assist Season
During the 2023-2024 NHL season, Connor McDavid reached 100 assists, a feat only achieved by three other players in NHL history.
2023: Shares Preferred NHL Teams to Watch
In 2023, Connor McDavid revealed that while he enjoys watching specific players more than teams, he particularly enjoys watching the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Pittsburgh Penguins.
2023: McDavid's Dominant Season and Playoff Run
The 2022-2023 season was a historic one for McDavid, as he won multiple awards, including his first Rocket Richard Trophy, and led the Oilers to the playoffs.
April 15, 2024: 100 Assists in a Season
On April 15, 2024, Connor McDavid recorded his 100th assist of the season, becoming the fourth player in NHL history to achieve this milestone.
July 2024: Upcoming Wedding to Lauren Kyle
Connor McDavid and Lauren Kyle are scheduled to get married in July 2024.