Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Luke Schenn
Discover the career path of Luke Schenn, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Luke Schenn is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman currently playing for the Winnipeg Jets in the NHL. Prior to his NHL career, Schenn played junior hockey for the Kelowna Rockets in the WHL, earning a spot on the League's Second All-Star Team. He was considered a top prospect and was drafted in the first round, fifth overall, by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft.
1972: 35th Anniversary of the Summit Series
In 2007, Luke Schenn participated in a junior team series against Russia to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the 1972 Summit Series.
2004: Drafted by Kelowna Rockets
In 2004, Luke Schenn was selected in the first round, 20th overall, of the WHL bantam draft by the Kelowna Rockets.
2005: Debuted with Rockets
In 2005, Luke Schenn debuted with the Kelowna Rockets.
2006: Team West
In 2006, Luke Schenn was a member of Team West at the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge.
December 13, 2007: Selected for World Junior Team
On December 13, 2007, Luke Schenn was selected for the 2008 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.
2007: IIHF World U18 Championships
In 2007, Luke Schenn played in the IIHF World U18 Championships.
September 2008: Maple Leafs Training Camp
In September 2008, early reports from the Maple Leafs training camp indicated Luke Schenn was likely to be returned to his junior club.
October 7, 2008: Signed with Maple Leafs
On October 7, 2008, Luke Schenn signed a contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
2008: NHL Debut
In 2008, Luke Schenn began his professional career in the NHL.
2008: Drafted by Toronto Maple Leafs
In 2008, Luke Schenn was drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round as the fifth overall pick.
2008: Highly Ranked Prospect
Leading up to the 2008 NHL entry draft, Luke Schenn was a highly regarded prospect, ranked fifth among draft-eligible North American skaters.
March 14, 2009: First Multi-Point Game
On March 14, 2009, Luke Schenn recorded his first multi-point (two assists) game against the Calgary Flames.
2009: Senior Canadian Roster
After his rookie season in the NHL, Luke Schenn was named to the senior Canadian roster for the 2009 IIHF World Championship.
2009: Named Top Defenseman
During training camp in 2009, Luke Schenn was named as one of the team's top four defencemen.
2010: Strong Start to Season
Luke Schenn had a strong start to the 2010-11 season.
February 2011: Named Alternate Captain
In February 2011, Luke Schenn was briefly named an alternate captain for the Maple Leafs.
February 2011: Recognition during Armed Forces night
In February 2011, Luke Schenn's contributions to the military were acknowledged during the team's annual Armed Forces night.
2011: Traded to Philadelphia Flyers
Following the 2011-12 season, Luke Schenn was traded to Philadelphia.
2011: 2011 IIHF World Championship
Luke Schenn, along with then-Toronto teammates Dion Phaneuf and James Reimer, played for Canada at the 2011 IIHF World Championship.
June 23, 2012: Traded to Philadelphia Flyers
On June 23, 2012, Luke Schenn was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers.
June 28, 2012: Number 22 for Flyers
On June 28, 2012, it was announced that Luke Schenn would wear number 22 for the Flyers.
2013: Participated in IIHF World Championship
After the 2012-13 season, Luke Schenn participated in the 2013 IIHF World Championship alongside Flyers teammates Matt Read, Wayne Simmonds and Flyers captain Claude Giroux.
2015: Played 29 games for Flyers
During the 2015–16 season, Luke Schenn appeared in 29 games for the Flyers before being traded.
January 6, 2016: Traded to Los Angeles Kings
On January 6, 2016, Luke Schenn was traded to the Los Angeles Kings.
July 23, 2016: Signed with Arizona Coyotes
On July 23, 2016, Luke Schenn signed a two-year deal with the Arizona Coyotes.
July 1, 2018: Signed with Anaheim Ducks
On July 1, 2018, Luke Schenn signed a one-year contract with the Anaheim Ducks.
November 17, 2018: Placed on Waivers
On November 17, 2018, Luke Schenn was placed on waivers by the Anaheim Ducks.
January 16, 2019: Traded to Vancouver Canucks
On January 16, 2019, Luke Schenn was traded to the Vancouver Canucks.
July 1, 2019: Signed with Tampa Bay Lightning
On July 1, 2019, Luke Schenn agreed to a one-year contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
October 29, 2020: Signed Contract to Remain with Lightning
On October 29, 2020, following the Stanley Cup win, Luke Schenn signed a one-year contract to remain with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
2020: Stanley Cup with Tampa Bay Lightning
In 2020, Luke Schenn won the Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
2020: Future draft pick
In 2020, a future draft pick was included in a trade involving Luke Schenn.
2020: Stanley Cup Win
In the 2020-2021 season, Luke Schenn won a Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning
July 28, 2021: Returned to Vancouver Canucks
On July 28, 2021, Luke Schenn signed a two-year contract to return to the Vancouver Canucks.
2021: Back-to-back Stanley Cups
In 2021, Luke Schenn won his second consecutive Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
December 3, 2022: All-Time Leader in Hits
On December 3, 2022, Luke Schenn became the all-time leader in hits by an NHL defenceman.
February 28, 2023: Traded to Toronto Maple Leafs
On February 28, 2023, Luke Schenn was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs.
July 1, 2023: Signed with Nashville Predators
On July 1, 2023, Luke Schenn was signed to a three-year contract with the Nashville Predators.
2023: Brand Ambassador for Can-i Wellness
In 2023, Luke Schenn was announced as a brand ambassador for Can-i Wellness oral spray supplements.
October 17, 2024: 1000th NHL Game
On October 17, 2024, Luke Schenn played his 1,000th NHL game.
March 5, 2025: Traded to Pittsburgh Penguins
On March 5, 2025, Luke Schenn was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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