History of David Kämpf in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 6, 2026

David Kämpf is a Czech professional ice hockey player currently playing as a forward for the Vancouver Canucks. Before joining Vancouver, he played for the Chicago Blackhawks and Toronto Maple Leafs. Kämpf has also represented the Czech Republic in international competitions, most notably contributing to their gold medal victory at the 2024 World Championship.

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January 1995: David Kämpf born

David Kämpf was born in January 1995.

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2009: Youth hockey career start

In 2009, David Kämpf began his youth hockey career with Piráti Chomutov at the under-16 level.

2010: Czechia's IIHF World Championship Title

In 2010, Czechia won IIHF World Championship title.

2012: Professional Debut

In 2012, David Kämpf made his professional debut in the Czech Extraliga with Chomutov.

2016: Breakout Season

During the 2016-2017 campaign, Kämpf had a breakout season, recording a personal best of 15 goals and 31 points across 52 games with Chomutov.

April 2017: Option to remain with Chomutov

On April 19, 2017, Kämpf chose to exercise his option to remain with Chomutov for another year, despite interest from NHL teams.

December 2017: NHL Debut

On December 28, 2017, David Kämpf made his NHL debut.

January 2018: First NHL Goal

On January 12, 2018, David Kämpf scored his first NHL goal, contributing to a 2–1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets.

July 2021: Signs with Toronto Maple Leafs

On July 28, 2021, Kämpf signed a two-year, $3 million deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs as a free agent after spending four seasons with the Blackhawks.

June 2023: Contract Extension with Maple Leafs

On June 28, 2023, Kämpf signed a four-year contract extension worth $9.6 million with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

2024: World Championship Gold Medal

In 2024, David Kämpf represented the Czech Republic and contributed to a gold medal win at the World Championship.

November 2025: Contract Termination and Signing with Canucks

In November 2025, Kämpf's contract with the Maple Leafs was suspended, and he was placed on unconditional waivers. Subsequently, on November 15, 2025, he signed a one-year, $1.1M contract with the Vancouver Canucks.