Connor McDavid's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Connor McDavid.

Connor McDavid is a Canadian professional ice hockey player, serving as captain and center for the Edmonton Oilers in the NHL. Drafted first overall in 2015 by the Oilers, McDavid is acknowledged as one of the top players in the world.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1982: Wayne Gretzky Unanimous Hart Memorial Trophy

In 1982, Wayne Gretzky also playing for the Edmonton Oilers, unanimously won the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's most valuable player.

1986: Adam Oates' Record

In the 1986–87 season, Adam Oates was involved in the Detroit Red Wings' first seven goals of the season.

1989: Messier's Oiler Season

In the 1989-90 NHL season, Mark Messier was the last Oiler to record at least 17 points through the first 10 games of the NHL season.

1996: Lemieux and Jágr Season

During the 1996–97 season, Mario Lemieux and Jaromír Jágr were the first teammates to reach 30 goals and 80 points apiece in 55 games.

2000: Art Ross Trophy

In 2000, Jaromír Jágr won the Art Ross Trophy.

2001: Art Ross Trophy

In 2001, Jaromír Jágr won the Art Ross Trophy.

2001: Otters Reach 100 Points

In March 2014, Connor McDavid's 25th goal of the season helped the Otters reach 100 points as a team for the first time since 2001.

2010: Jonathan Toews' Olympic Record

In 2026, during the Winter Olympics, McDavid broke Jonathan Toews' record for the most points in a single Olympics by a Canadian NHL player, a record Toews had held since 2010.

2012: GTHL Player of the Year Award

In 2012, Connor McDavid won the GTHL Player of the Year Award.

2012: Hart Memorial Trophy Finalist

In 2012, Steven Stamkos was a top three finalist for the Hart Trophy, despite being on a team that failed to qualify for the playoffs.

March 10, 2013: Sets Franchise Record for Rookie Assists

On March 10, 2013, Connor McDavid set a franchise record for rookie assists with 37 for the Erie Otters, tying the record for most rookie points in Otters history.

2013: 2013 World U-17 Hockey Challenge

In 2013, Connor McDavid participated in the World U-17 Hockey Challenge. He led Team Ontario with nine points, despite the team finishing in sixth place. He was named to the tournament all-star team after the competition. Also in 2013, McDavid, at 16, was the youngest player in the World U18 Championships, where he led the tournament in scoring with eight goals and 14 assists, helping Canada win the gold medal.

2013: World U18 Championship Gold Medal

In 2013, Connor McDavid won a gold medal at the World U18 Championships representing Canada.

2014: Wins Bobby Smith Trophy and CHL Scholastic Player of the Year

At the end of the 2014–15 season, McDavid was named to the OHL First All-Star Team, received the Red Tilson Trophy, the CHL Player of the Year title, and the CHL Top Draft Prospect Award. He also won the Bobby Smith Trophy and CHL Scholastic Player of the Year for the second consecutive year.

2014: OHL Career Concludes

In the 2014–15 season, Connor McDavid concluded his OHL career, recording 120 points and receiving several awards, including the Red Tilson Trophy and CHL Player of the Year awards.

2015: World Junior Championship Gold Medal

In 2015, Connor McDavid won a gold medal at the World Junior Championships representing Canada.

October 5, 2016: Named Oilers Captain

On October 5, 2016, Connor McDavid was named the captain of the Edmonton Oilers, becoming the youngest captain in NHL history at 19 years and 266 days old.

2016: McDavid Ranked Among Top NHL Players

Between 2016 and 2021, McDavid consistently ranked first in TSN Hockey's preseason fan poll of the top 50 players in the NHL, showcasing his popularity and perceived skill among fans.

2016: 2016 World Championship and World Cup of Hockey

In 2016, McDavid joined the Canadian senior team for the World Championship, scoring his first goal in the gold-medal match against Finland, helping Canada win the tournament. Also in 2016, he was named captain of Team North America for the World Cup of Hockey, recording three assists.

2016: Canada's Victory in 4 Nations Face-Off

In 2016, McDavid was named alternate captain of Canada's roster for the 4 Nations Face-Off. He scored three goals, including the game-winning goal in the final against the United States, leading Canada to victory. He was named Player of the Game.

March 29, 2017: Oilers Clinch Playoff Berth

On March 29, 2017, the Edmonton Oilers ended a 10-year playoff drought by defeating the Los Angeles Kings and clinching a berth in the 2017 playoffs.

2018: Consecutive 41-Goal Seasons

In 2018, Connor McDavid scored 41 goals for the Edmonton Oilers in consecutive years.

2018: NHL All-Star Game Selection

In 2018, Connor McDavid won the fan vote to captain the Pacific Division at the NHL All-Star Game, his second such selection.

2018: Record Breaking Season Start

In the 2018-19 NHL season, Connor McDavid broke Adam Oates' record, set in 1986–87, when Oates was involved in the Detroit Red Wings' first seven goals of the season, as McDavid earned a point in all nine of the Oiler's first goals.

2019: NHL First Star of the Week

In 2019, Connor McDavid started the season as the NHL First Star of the Week.

2019: NHLPA Voted McDavid Best Forward

In both 2019 and 2020, the NHLPA voted McDavid the best forward in the league.

2020: All-Star Game Appearance

In 2020, Connor McDavid made his fourth All-Star Game appearance as captain of the Pacific Division.

2020: Shortened Season, 100 Points

In 2020–21, Connor McDavid recorded 100 points in a shortened 56-game NHL season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020: NHLPA Voted McDavid Best Forward

In both 2019 and 2020, the NHLPA voted McDavid the best forward in the league.

January 14, 2021: McDavid scores hat-trick against Canucks

On January 14, 2021, Connor McDavid scored his first hat-trick of the 2020-21 season in a 5–2 win against the Vancouver Canucks.

May 9, 2021: McDavid reaches 100 points in the season

On May 9, 2021, Connor McDavid reached 100 points in the 53rd game of the pandemic-shortened season during a four-point game against the Canucks, marking the fastest to reach the milestone since Mario Lemieux in the 1995-96 season.

November 23, 2021: McDavid's point streak ends

On November 23, 2021, Connor McDavid's 17-game point streak came to an end in a 4–1 loss to the Dallas Stars. It was the eighth-longest point streak to begin a season in NHL history and the third-longest for the Oilers.

2021: Unanimous Hart Memorial Trophy Win

In 2021, McDavid joined Wayne Gretzky as the only players to unanimously win the Hart Memorial Trophy, as voted by members of the Professional Hockey Writers' Association, marking a significant achievement in his career.

October 12, 2022: McDavid scores hat-trick, reaches 700 career points

On October 12, 2022, Connor McDavid scored a hat-trick in the Oilers' season opener against the Vancouver Canucks, reaching 700 career points, becoming the sixth-fastest player in NHL history to achieve this milestone.

2022: Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy

In 2022, Connor McDavid won the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy as the league's leading goal-scorer.

2023: Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy Winner

In 2022-23, Connor McDavid was the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy winner as the league's leading goal-scorer.

April 15, 2024: McDavid records 100th assist of the season

On April 15, 2024, Connor McDavid recorded his 100th assist of the 2023–24 season, becoming the first NHL player in over three decades to reach this milestone, joining Wayne Gretzky, Mario Lemieux and Bobby Orr.

2024: Conn Smythe Trophy Winner

In 2024, Connor McDavid won the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player in the Stanley Cup playoffs, despite the Oilers not winning the Stanley Cup.

2026: 2026 Winter Olympics Silver Medal and Tournament MVP

In 2026, McDavid was named to Canada's team for the Winter Olympics and served as an alternate captain. He set records for most points and assists in a single Olympics by a Canadian NHL player. After an injury to Sidney Crosby, McDavid assumed the captaincy and led Canada to the final, where they lost to the United States and received the silver medal. McDavid was voted the tournament's most valuable player and best forward.