Career Timeline of Matias Maccelli: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 1, 2025

Discover the career path of Matias Maccelli, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Matias Maccelli is a Finnish professional ice hockey left wing currently playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL. He was drafted by the Arizona Coyotes in the fourth round, 98th overall, of the 2019 NHL Entry Draft before being traded.

Sections (2)

Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2017: Joined Dubuque Fighting Saints

In 2017, Matias Maccelli joined the Dubuque Fighting Saints of the United States Hockey League (USHL) after playing for HC Turun Palloseura.

2017: Played for Finland

In 2017, Matias Maccelli played for Finland at the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Cup.

2019: First Season with Ilves

During his first season, 2019-20, with Ilves, Matias Maccelli scored 13 goals and 30 points in 42 games.

2019: Returned to Finland to join Ilves

In 2019, Matias Maccelli returned to Finland and joined Ilves of Liiga after playing for the Dubuque Fighting Saints of the USHL.

2019: Maccelli Drafted by Arizona Coyotes

In 2019, Matias Maccelli was drafted in the fourth round, 98th overall, by the Arizona Coyotes in the NHL entry draft.

April 29, 2020: Signed with Arizona Coyotes

On April 29, 2020, Matias Maccelli signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Arizona Coyotes while still playing for Ilves, and was named the league's rookie of the year, being awarded the Jarmo Wasama Memorial Trophy.

July 17, 2020: Maccelli to Stay at Ilves

On July 17, 2020, it was announced that Matias Maccelli would stay at Ilves after an open-ended agreement was reached between the Finnish team and Arizona.

2020: World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

In 2020, Matias Maccelli played for Finland during the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, scoring two goals and five points in seven games.

2021: Returned to North America

For the 2021–22 season, Matias Maccelli returned to North America, joining the Tucson Roadrunners, Arizona's AHL affiliate.

March 3, 2022: NHL Debut

On March 3, 2022, Matias Maccelli made his NHL debut in a 2–1 win over the Colorado Avalanche.

March 2022: Recalled by Arizona Coyotes

In March 2022, Matias Maccelli was recalled by the Arizona Coyotes to replace Andrew Ladd.

2022: Broke out in 2022-23 season

In the 2022–23 season, Matias Maccelli broke out and was named to the NHL's All-Rookie Team.

July 16, 2023: Signed a Three-Year Contract with Arizona

On July 16, 2023, Matias Maccelli signed a three-year contract with Arizona.

2023: Joined Utah Hockey Club

Shortly after the end of the 2023–24 regular season, Matias Maccelli became a member of the Utah Hockey Club, after the Coyotes' franchise was suspended and team assets transferred.