History of Darcy Kuemper in Timeline
Darcy Kuemper is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL. Drafted by the Minnesota Wild in 2009, Kuemper has played for multiple NHL teams, including the Arizona Coyotes, Colorado Avalanche, and Washington Capitals. His career highlight includes winning the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 2022.
1 day ago : Darcy Kuemper's Career Revival with the Kings: Playoff Preparation and Avalanche Matchup
Darcy Kuemper has revitalized his NHL career with the Los Angeles Kings and is now preparing for the playoffs. He is also preparing to face the Avalanche.
May 5, 1990: Darcy Kuemper's Birth
On May 5, 1990, Darcy Kuemper, the Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender, was born.
2005: Played for Saskatoon Contacts
In 2005, Darcy Kuemper played for the Saskatoon Contacts in the Saskatchewan Male U18 AAA Hockey League (SMAAAHL).
2005: Selected by Spokane Chiefs in WHL Bantam Draft
In 2005, Darcy Kuemper was selected 45th overall by the Spokane Chiefs in the Western Hockey League (WHL) Bantam Draft.
December 13, 2007: Traded to Red Deer Rebels
On December 13, 2007, Spokane traded Darcy Kuemper to the Red Deer Rebels for a conditional selection in the 2009 WHL Bantam Draft.
2008: WHL Debut with Red Deer Rebels
During the 2008 season, Darcy Kuemper began playing in the WHL with the Red Deer Rebels, initially as a backup goaltender.
2008: SMAAAHL Championship Game
In 2008, Darcy Kuemper and the Blazers reached the SMAAAHL championship game but lost to the Notre Dame Hounds.
2009: Drafted by Minnesota Wild
In 2009, Darcy Kuemper was selected by the Minnesota Wild in the sixth round, 161st overall, of the NHL entry draft.
2009: Conditional Selection in WHL Bantam Draft
In 2009, The Red Deer Rebels received a conditional selection in the WHL Bantam Draft, as part of the trade from December 13, 2007.
2010: Del Wilson Trophy
In 2010, Darcy Kuemper won the Del Wilson Trophy as the WHL's top goaltender.
May 26, 2011: Signed with Minnesota Wild
On May 26, 2011, Darcy Kuemper signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Minnesota Wild.
October 13, 2011: Loaned to Ontario Reign
On October 13, 2011, Darcy Kuemper was loaned to the Ontario Reign of the ECHL.
November 12, 2011: Recalled by Minnesota Wild
On November 12, 2011, Darcy Kuemper was recalled by the Minnesota Wild from the Ontario Reign.
February 12, 2013: Recalled by the Wild
On February 12, 2013, Darcy Kuemper was recalled by the Wild. He was recalled to start the same night to relieve Harding and Niklas Bäckström.
May 1, 2013: Recalled by the Wild
On May 1, 2013, Darcy Kuemper was recalled again by the Wild to back up Josh Harding due to an injury to Niklas Bäckström.
2014: Playoff Start and Injury
In 2014, Darcy Kuemper started Game 3 for the Wild against the Colorado Avalanche, recording a shutout, but sustained an injury in Game 7.
July 1, 2017: Signed with Los Angeles Kings
On July 1, 2017, Darcy Kuemper agreed to a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Kings.
February 21, 2018: Traded to Arizona Coyotes
On February 21, 2018, Darcy Kuemper was traded to the Arizona Coyotes and subsequently re-signed to a two-year extension.
April 12, 2018: Named to Team Canada
On April 12, 2018, Darcy Kuemper was named to Team Canada's senior team to compete at the 2018 IIHF World Championship.
2018: Career High Games
During the 2018 season, Darcy Kuemper played a career-high 55 games.
October 2, 2019: Signed Extension with Coyotes
On October 2, 2019, the Coyotes signed Darcy Kuemper to a two-year extension.
2020: Playoffs in Canada
During the 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs held in Canada, Darcy Kuemper was considered a decisive factor in the Coyotes' victory over the Nashville Predators.
2020: Shortened Season
During the shortened 2020 season, Darcy Kuemper played only 27 games due to an MCL injury.
July 28, 2021: Traded to Colorado Avalanche
On July 28, 2021, Darcy Kuemper was traded to the Colorado Avalanche.
2021: IIHF Gold Medal
In 2021, Darcy Kuemper won a gold medal playing for Team Canada at the IIHF World Championship.
2021: Gold at IIHF World Championship
In 2021, Darcy Kuemper, representing Team Canada, won gold at the IIHF World Championship.
July 13, 2022: Signed with Washington Capitals
On July 13, 2022, Darcy Kuemper signed as a free agent to a five-year contract with the Washington Capitals.
October 29, 2022: First Shutout with Capitals
On October 29, 2022, Darcy Kuemper recorded his first shutout with the Washington Capitals in a 3–0 win against the Nashville Predators.
2022: Strong Regular Season
During the 2022 season, Darcy Kuemper finished with a career high of 37 wins with the Avalanche.
2022: Stanley Cup Finals
In 2022, Darcy Kuemper helped the Avalanche win their third Stanley Cup in franchise history, stopping 22 of 23 shots in Game 6.
2022: Stanley Cup Win with Avalanche
In 2022, Darcy Kuemper won the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche.
June 19, 2024: Traded Back to Kings
On June 19, 2024, Darcy Kuemper was traded back to the Los Angeles Kings.
2024: Conditional Third-Round Pick
In 2024, the Washington Capitals received a conditional third-round pick as part of the trade from July 28, 2021.
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