History of Luke Schenn in Timeline

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.

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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.

November 2, 1989: Luke Schenn Born

On November 2, 1989, Luke Schenn was born in Canada.

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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.

2007: Canada-Russia Challenge

In 2007, Luke Schenn was named to the WHL's roster for the ADT Canada-Russia Challenge.

2007: Super Series

In 2007, Luke Schenn was selected for Canada's junior team to represent Canada in the 2007 Super Series against Russia.

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: Gold Medal at World Juniors

In 2008, Luke Schenn won a gold medal at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.

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.

January 2009: Injured in Rookie Season

In January 2009, Luke Schenn missed 12 games with a lower-body injury during his rookie season.

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.

June 18, 2009: Named to All-Rookie Team

On June 18, 2009, Luke Schenn was named to the NHL's 2008-09 All-Rookie Team.

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.

2009: Silver Medal at World Championships

In 2009, Luke Schenn won a silver medal at the World Ice Hockey Championships.

2009: Brother Drafted to NHL

In 2009, Luke Schenn's younger brother Brayden was picked fifth overall in the NHL entry draft.

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.

2012: Selected to participate in IIHF World Championship

After the 2012-13 season, Luke Schenn was again selected by Hockey Canada to participate in the 2013 IIHF World Championship

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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