Leon Draisaitl's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Leon Draisaitl is a German professional ice hockey forward and alternate captain for the Edmonton Oilers in the NHL. Acknowledged as one of the league's best players, Draisaitl achieved several milestones, including becoming the first German player to win the Art Ross Trophy (2020), Hart Memorial Trophy (2020), and Ted Lindsay Award (2020). He also captured the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy in 2025 as the NHL's top goal scorer. He was also the runner-up for the Art Ross Trophy in 2021 and the Rocket Richard in both 2019 and 2022.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1984: Comparison to Gretzky and Kurri

In 1984-85, Wayne Gretzky and Jari Kurri accomplished a similar feat to Draisaitl and McDavid, reaching 20 points within the first 10 games as teammates.

March 1986: Paul Coffey's Six-Assist Game

In January 2021, Leon Draisaitl became the first Oilers' player since Paul Coffey on 14 March 1986 to record a six-assist game.

1987: First Oiler since Craig Simpson to Score 50 Goals

In April 2019, Leon Draisaitl became the first Oiler since Craig Simpson in 1987–88 to score at least 50 goals in a season.

2000: Dany Heatley Drafted Second Overall

In 2000, Dany Heatley was drafted second overall, being born in Germany but raised in Canada. This is notable as Leon Draisaitl became the highest-drafted German-trained player in NHL history.

2006: Stanley Cup Finals Appearance

In the 2024 playoffs, Draisaitl helped the Oilers clinch their first appearance in the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time since 2006.

2011: Player of the Year in German Development League

During the 2011 season, Leon Draisaitl recorded 21 goals and 56 points in 35 games for Jungadler Mannheim and was named the German Development League's Player of the Year.

2015: WHL Championship and Memorial Cup MVP

In 2015, Leon Draisaitl was traded to the Kelowna Rockets, helped them win the WHL Championship, and was named playoff MVP. He also won the Stafford Smythe Trophy as Memorial Cup MVP, despite the Rockets losing the Memorial Cup final.

2016: Success for Draisaitl and the Oilers

The 2016–17 season marked a period of significant success for both Leon Draisaitl and the Edmonton Oilers.

April 2019: 50 Goals and 100 Points Season

On 6 April 2019, Leon Draisaitl became the sixth Oiler to score at least 50 goals in a season and the ninth to score at least 100 points, finishing with 55 assists and 105 points.

2019: Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy Runner-Up

In 2019, Leon Draisaitl was the runner-up for the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy.

March 2020: Premature End to Regular Season and Art Ross Trophy

In March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic prematurely ended the regular season, with Leon Draisaitl securing the Art Ross Trophy after notching 43 goals and a league-leading 67 assists for 110 points in 71 games.

2020: Art Ross Trophy, Hart Memorial Trophy, and Ted Lindsay Award Winner

In 2020, Leon Draisaitl became the first German player to win the Art Ross Trophy as the NHL's leading point scorer, the Hart Memorial Trophy as the regular season MVP, and the Ted Lindsay Award for most outstanding player.

January 2021: Six Assist Game

On 31 January 2021, Leon Draisaitl recorded six assists in the 8–5 win against the Ottawa Senators.

2021: Art Ross Trophy Runner-Up

In 2021, Leon Draisaitl was the Art Ross Trophy runner-up.

2021: Oilers' season start and Draisaitl's performance

In 2021, the Oilers had a franchise-best 9–1 record at the start of the season, and Leon Draisaitl, along with McDavid, reached 20 points within the first 10 games. Draisaitl scored 20 goals in his first 19 games and lead the league in goal-scoring for much of the year. Additionally, in 2021, Draisaitl became the first NHL player to sign with Puma.

2022: Playoff run with ankle sprain

In 2022, Draisaitl hit the 50-goal mark for the second time and reached 100 points for the third time. He set a team record for power play goals. Draisaitl sustained a high ankle sprain during the playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings but continued to play, helping the Oilers advance. He set a playoff record against the Calgary Flames and became the fourth fastest player in NHL history to record 50 playoff points. The Oilers reached the Western Conference Final but were defeated by the Colorado Avalanche.

2022: Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy Runner-Up

In 2022, Leon Draisaitl was also the runner-up for the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy.

April 2024: 500th NHL Assist and Playoff Performance

On April 5, 2024, Leon Draisaitl recorded his 500th NHL assist on a Connor McDavid goal in a 6-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche. In the 2024 playoffs, Draisaitl helped the Oilers reach the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time since 2006, but they were defeated by the Florida Panthers.