History of Marc-André Fleury in Timeline

Marc-André Fleury is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for the Minnesota Wild. Drafted first overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2003, he spent 13 seasons with the team, winning three Stanley Cups (2009, 2016, 2017). Fleury has also won the William M. Jennings Trophy and the Vezina Trophy (2021). He is one of only three goaltenders in NHL history to reach 500 career wins and one of four to play 1,000 games.

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November 28, 1984: Marc-André Fleury's Birth

On November 28, 1984, Marc-André Fleury was born. He is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for the Minnesota Wild in the NHL.

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1998: Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament

In 1998, as a youth, Marc-André Fleury played in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with the College-Français Rive-Sud minor ice hockey team from South Shore, Montreal.

2002: QMJHL All-Star Honors

After a strong 2002-03 campaign, Marc-André Fleury received QMJHL Second Team All-Star honors.

October 10, 2003: NHL Debut Against Los Angeles Kings

On October 10, 2003, Marc-André Fleury made his NHL debut against the Los Angeles Kings, recording 46 saves in a 3–0 loss.

2003: Won two silver medals with Team Canada at the IIHF World Junior Championships

In 2003, Fleury made his first appearance in the IIHF World Junior Championships in Halifax. Although Canada was defeated by Russia 3–2 in the gold medal game, Fleury posted a 1.57 GAA and was named the Top Goaltender and tournament MVP.

2003: Silver Medal at World Junior Championships

In 2003, Marc-André Fleury represented Canada as a junior and won a silver medal at the World Junior Championships.

2003: First Overall Draft Pick by Pittsburgh Penguins

In 2003, Marc-André Fleury was chosen first overall in the NHL Entry Draft by the Pittsburgh Penguins. He had a strong 2002–03 campaign that included a silver medal with Team Canada at the World Junior Championships and QMJHL Second Team All-Star honors.

2003: Drafted by Pittsburgh Penguins

In 2003, Marc-André Fleury was drafted first overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL Entry Draft after playing in the QMJHL. He also earned the Mike Bossy Trophy as the league's top prospect and the Telus Cup as the top defensive player in 2003.

January 29, 2004: Returned to QMJHL

On January 29, 2004, after being loaned to Team Canada for the 2004 World Junior Championships, Marc-André Fleury was sent back to the QMJHL due to financial difficulties for the Pittsburgh Penguins franchise.

2004: Silver Medal at World Junior Championships

In 2004, Marc-André Fleury won another silver medal with Team Canada at the World Junior Championships.

2004: Played for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins

In 2004–05, due to the NHL lockout, Marc-André Fleury played with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton in the AHL, posting a 26–19–4 record.

2004: Played in the NHL before the 2004-05 Lockout

Marc-André Fleury played in the NHL before the 2004-05 lockout, making him the last active goaltender from that era following Craig Anderson's retirement in 2023.

2005: Returned to Pittsburgh Penguins

In 2005–06, after NHL play resumed, Marc-André Fleury was called up by the Pittsburgh Penguins and eventually emerged as their starting goalie.

2007: High-Ankle Sprain Injury

In 2007, Marc-André Fleury suffered a high-ankle sprain against the Calgary Flames on December 6.

January 25, 2008: Jersey Retired by Cape Breton Screaming Eagles

On January 25, 2008, during his fourth NHL season, Marc-André Fleury's jersey number 29 was retired by his former QMJHL team, the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles.

2008: Stanley Cup Finals Appearance

In 2008, Marc-André Fleury helped the Penguins reach the Stanley Cup Finals against the Detroit Red Wings, where they ultimately lost in six games.

December 30, 2009: Fleury named to Team Canada for the 2010 Winter Olympics

On December 30, 2009, Fleury was named to Team Canada for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

2009: Stanley Cup Victory with Pittsburgh Penguins

In 2009, Marc-André Fleury helped the Pittsburgh Penguins win the Stanley Cup against the Detroit Red Wings, making critical saves in the final seconds of Game 7.

2009: Finished Playoffs

Marc-André Fleury and the Penguins finished the 2009-10 season after being dispatched by Ottawa in six games, and upset by the eighth-seeded Montreal Canadiens in round two.

2010: Gold Medal at Vancouver Winter Olympics

In 2010, Marc-André Fleury won a gold medal with Team Canada at the Winter Olympics held in Vancouver.

2010: Fleury received a gold medal

In 2010, although he did not play in the tournament, Fleury still received a gold medal as Canada defeated the United States 3–2 in the final.

2010: Led Penguins to Playoffs

In the 2010–11 season, with Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin sidelined, Marc-André Fleury led the Penguins to the playoffs where they were defeated by the Tampa Bay Lightning in seven games.

2010: Signed Contract with Pittsburgh Penguins

In the off-season of 2010, Marc-André Fleury signed a seven-year, US$35 million contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins on July 3. It included a no-movement clause, and a limited no-trade clause that triggered in the 2010–11 season.

2011: Played 67 Games

During the 2011–12 season, Marc-André Fleury played 67 games, starting 23 consecutively, and finished with 42 wins but had an unimpressive playoff run.

2012: Fleury married his longtime girlfriend Véronique Larosee

In 2012, Fleury married his longtime girlfriend Véronique Larosee, and the couple have two daughters and a son.

2012: Fleury Played in Lockout

Marc-André Fleury put up the best marks of his career in the shortened season after the 2012 lockout.

2013: Penguins lost to Boston Bruins

In 2013, the Penguins lost 4-0 to the Boston Bruins in the Eastern Conference Finals after Fleury had an unimpressive start leaving backup Tomáš Vokoun to start for the remainder of the playoffs.

2013: Finished Regular Season

Marc-André Fleury finished the 2013–14 regular season with a record of 39–18–5, a save percentage of .915, and a goals against average of 2.37.

November 5, 2014: Fleury signed four-year extension with Penguins

On November 5, 2014, Marc-André Fleury signed a four-year contract extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins, boasting an average annual value of $5.75 million.

November 18, 2014: First shutout against the Montreal Canadiens

On November 18, 2014, Marc-André Fleury achieved his first shutout against the Montreal Canadiens, making 27 saves. This was also his league-leading fourth shutout of the season, with the Penguins winning 4–0.

November 24, 2014: Fleury recorded his 300th NHL win

On November 24, 2014, Marc-André Fleury recorded his 300th NHL win, making him the third-youngest and third-fastest player to reach this milestone.

2016: Stanley Cup Championship with Pittsburgh Penguins

In 2016, Marc-André Fleury won his second Stanley Cup championship with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

2016: Penguins win Stanley Cup

In 2016, despite being unable to play due to post-concussion syndrome for most of the playoffs, Fleury subbed in for Murray in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final and started Game 5. Ultimately, Murray was favored, and the Penguins won the Stanley Cup with Murray in goal, defeating the San Jose Sharks in six games.

2016: Fleury played 38 games and accumulated 18 wins

In the 2016 season, Fleury played 38 games and accumulated 18 wins for the Penguins. He later helped lead the team through the first round of the playoffs versus the Columbus Blue Jackets, and the second round versus the Washington Capitals, before Murray became the team's starter en route to a Stanley Cup championship victory.

June 21, 2017: Fleury selected by Vegas Golden Knights in Expansion Draft

On June 21, 2017, Marc-André Fleury waived his no trade and no movement clauses, allowing the Vegas Golden Knights to select him in the 2017 NHL Expansion Draft. The Penguins also traded their second round pick in the 2020 Entry Draft as an incentive for Vegas to select Fleury.

October 15, 2017: Fleury placed on Long Term Injury Reserve

On October 15, 2017, Fleury was placed on Long Term Injury Reserve (LTIR) after sustaining a knee injury following a hit from Anthony Mantha of the Detroit Red Wings on October 13.

December 10, 2017: Fleury activated off LTIR

On December 10, 2017, Marc-André Fleury was activated off Long Term Injury Reserve (LTIR), after missing 25 games due to a knee injury.

2017: Stanley Cup Championship with Pittsburgh Penguins

In 2017, Marc-André Fleury won his third Stanley Cup championship with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

March 12, 2018: Fleury earns his 400th career win

On March 12, 2018, Marc-André Fleury earned his 400th career win against the Philadelphia Flyers, with a final score of 3–2.

April 17, 2018: Golden Knights sweep Los Angeles Kings

On April 17, 2018, Marc-André Fleury and the Golden Knights secured a 4–0 record over the Los Angeles Kings, completing a sweep in the first round of the playoffs.

May 20, 2018: Golden Knights win Western Conference Finals

On May 20, 2018, Fleury led the Golden Knights to a victory over the Winnipeg Jets in the Western Conference Finals, securing a spot in the Stanley Cup Finals.

2018: Fleury re-signed with the Knights on a three-year contract

In the 2018 off-season, Marc-André Fleury re-signed with the Vegas Golden Knights on a three-year, $21 million contract.

2019: Fleury have a mediocre 2019–20 campaign

In 2019, the pandemic-shortened 2020–21 season saw Fleury have a bounce back from a mediocre 2019–20 campaign.

2019: Fleury overplayed during the 2019–20 season

In the 2019 season, with Vegas unable to find a stable backup, Fleury was frequently overplayed during the 2019–20 season, posting a 2.77 goals against average and .905 save percentage.

2019: Fleury played 45 games and led the NHL in wins

Nearly halfway through the 2018–19 season, Fleury played 45 games and led the NHL in wins (27) and shutouts (6). Because of his stellar play, he was again selected to represent the Golden Knights in the 2019 NHL All-Star Game for the second straight year.

2020: Penguins traded their second round pick in the 2020 Entry Draft to Golden Knights

In 2020, the Penguins traded their second round pick in the 2020 Entry Draft to Golden Knights as an incentive for Vegas to select Fleury.

2020: Fleury have a bounce back from a mediocre 2019–20 campaign

In 2020, the pandemic-shortened 2020–21 season saw Fleury have a bounce back from a mediocre 2019–20 campaign.

2020: Fleury played sparingly during the 2020 playoffs

In the 2020 playoffs, Fleury played sparingly, serving mostly as Robin Lehner's backup. The Golden Knights reached the conference finals but lost to the Dallas Stars in five games.

July 27, 2021: Fleury traded to Chicago Blackhawks

On July 27, 2021, Marc-André Fleury was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks by the Golden Knights in exchange for minor league forward Mikael Hakkarainen. Fleury was the first goaltender since Dominik Hašek to be traded as the defending Vezina Trophy winner.

November 1, 2021: Fleury records first win as a Blackhawk

On November 1, 2021, after the team's poor start to the season, Marc-André Fleury recorded his first win as a Blackhawk in a 5–1 victory against the Ottawa Senators.

2021: Fleury awarded Vezina Trophy and William M. Jennings Trophy

At the end of the 2020–21 season in 2021, Marc-André Fleury was named to the Second All-Star Team, and awarded his first Vezina Trophy and first William M. Jennings Trophy.

2021: William M. Jennings Trophy and Vezina Trophy

In 2021, Marc-André Fleury received the William M. Jennings Trophy and the Vezina Trophy.

January 8, 2022: Fleury became the first goaltender in NHL history to beat all 32 teams

On January 8, 2022, Fleury became the first goaltender in NHL history to beat all 32 teams in a win against the Vegas Golden Knights.

March 21, 2022: Fleury traded to Minnesota Wild

On March 21, 2022, Marc-André Fleury was traded to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for a conditional 2022 second-round pick.

July 7, 2022: Fleury signed a two-year extension with the Wild

On July 7, 2022, Fleury opted to forgo free agency and signed a two-year, $7 million contract extension to remain with the Wild.

2022: Speculation about trading Fleury

In 2022, the possibility of trading Fleury became a subject of intense speculation in the leadup to the trade deadline, as the Blackhawks were rebuilding and his contract was expiring.

November 2023: NHL forbade Fleury from wearing a custom mask

In November 2023 the NHL forbade Fleury from wearing a custom mask he had had made in honor of his wife's native heritage on his team's Native American Heritage Night. In spite of the threat of fines for himself and the team, he wore the helmet during warm-ups, though he did not start the game.

2023: Last Active Goaltender Before 2004-05 Lockout

Following Craig Anderson's retirement in 2023, Marc-André Fleury became the last active goaltender to have played in the NHL before the 2004–05 lockout.

December 31, 2023: Fleury played his 1,000th NHL game

On December 31, 2023, Fleury played his 1,000th NHL game, becoming just the fourth goaltender to reach the mark.

January 15, 2024: Fleury became the second-winningest goaltender in NHL history

On January 15, 2024, Fleury became the second-winningest goaltender in NHL history after earning his 552nd win in the Wild's 5–0 victory against the New York Islanders.

April 9, 2024: Wild Eliminated From Playoff Contention

On April 9, 2024, the Wild were eliminated from playoff contention, ending Fleury's 17-year playoff streak, as he had last missed the playoffs with Pittsburgh in 2006.