Marc-André Fleury's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Marc-André Fleury.

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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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2002: QMJHL All-Star Honors

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

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.

2004: Silver Medal at World Junior Championships

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.