History of Mikael Granlund in Timeline

Mikael Granlund is a Finnish professional ice hockey forward currently playing for the Anaheim Ducks in the NHL. Drafted ninth overall by the Minnesota Wild in 2010, he has also played for Oulun Kärpät and HIFK in the SM-liiga, as well as the Nashville Predators, Pittsburgh Penguins, San Jose Sharks, and Dallas Stars in the NHL. Granlund is known for his offensive skills and playmaking abilities.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2007: Played Junior Ice Hockey with Oulun Kärpät

In 2007, Mikael Granlund played junior ice hockey with Oulun Kärpät, averaging more than a point per game and showcasing his skills.

2008: Played Junior Ice Hockey with Oulun Kärpät

In 2008, Mikael Granlund played junior ice hockey with Oulun Kärpät, averaging more than a point per game and showcasing his skills.

April 2009: Contract Dispute with Kärpät

In April 2009, Mikael Granlund was embroiled in a contract dispute with Kärpät, with Granlund and his agent alleging the contract was invalid due to undefined compensation and altered insurance application dates.

July 2009: Sued Kärpät

In July 2009, Mikael Granlund sued his old team Kärpät after they failed to allow his transfer, seeking a court order to cancel his contracts and enable him to play with HIFK.

2009: Played in the Under-18 World Championships

In 2009, Mikael Granlund played with the Finnish national junior team at the Under-18 World Championships.

2010: Returned to HIFK for the 2010-11 Season

After being drafted in the NHL, Mikael Granlund returned to HIFK for the 2010-11 season.

2010: Played in the Under-20 World Championships

In 2010, Mikael Granlund played in the Under-20 World Championship and was Finland's top scorer with seven points.

2010: Ranked top European Prospect

In 2010, Mikael Granlund was considered the top European prospect for the NHL entry draft and was ultimately drafted by the Minnesota Wild.

2010: Drafted by Minnesota Wild

In 2010, Mikael Granlund was selected as the ninth overall pick in the NHL entry draft by the Minnesota Wild, recognizing his potential as a top prospect.

2010: Season before the World Championship

Mikael Granlund had the 2010-11 season prior to the World Championship.

April 2011: Insurance application end date

The end date on his SM-liiga insurance application from April 2009 was altered without his approval.

May 2011: KHL claimed playing rights

In May 2011, HC Dinamo Minsk of the KHL claimed his playing rights.

2011: Debut with the Senior Finnish National Team

In 2011, Mikael Granlund debuted with the senior Finnish national team for the World Championship and scored a memorable lacrosse-style goal against Russia, contributing to Finland's gold medal win.

2011: Won the SM-Liiga Title

In 2011, Mikael Granlund helped HIFK win the SM-liiga title, contributing as a playmaker.

2012: Signed with Minnesota Wild

In 2012, Mikael Granlund signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Minnesota Wild and was assigned to the Houston Aeros due to the NHL lockout.

January 2013: NHL debut and first goal

On January 19, 2013, Mikael Granlund made his NHL debut and scored his first NHL goal against the Colorado Avalanche.

April 2014: Playoff Overtime Goal

On April 21, 2014, Mikael Granlund scored an overtime goal, leading the Minnesota Wild to a playoff victory over Colorado.

2014: Played on Minnesota's Top Line

In the 2014-15 season, Mikael Granlund played on Minnesota's top line alongside Pominville and Parise, recording 8 goals and 31 assists.

2015: Centered the Wild's Second Line

In the 2015-16 season, Mikael Granlund centered the Wild's second line. Near the end of the season, he was placed on the first line wing, leading to improved points production.

August 2017: Re-signed with the Wild

On August 1, 2017, Mikael Granlund re-signed with the Minnesota Wild for three years, with an annual average salary of $5.75 million.

2018: Played for the Wild

During the 2018-19 season, Granlund registered 49 points through 63 games with the Wild.

February 2019: Traded to Nashville Predators

On February 25, 2019, Mikael Granlund was traded by the Wild to the Nashville Predators for Kevin Fiala.

September 2020: Declined to Re-sign with Predators

On September 29, 2020, Mikael Granlund informed the Predators he would test free agency.

December 2020: Re-signed with Nashville

On December 23, 2020, Mikael Granlund re-signed with the Nashville Predators on a one-year contract for $3.75 million.

July 2021: Re-signed with Nashville

On July 28, 2021, Mikael Granlund re-signed with the Nashville Predators on a four-year, $20 million contract.

2022: Played for the Predators

Over the start of the 2022-23 season with the Predators, Granlund scored 36 points in 58 games.

March 2023: Traded to Pittsburgh Penguins

On March 1, 2023, Mikael Granlund was traded by the Nashville Predators to the Pittsburgh Penguins for a second-round pick in the 2023 NHL entry draft.