History of Mike Knuble in Timeline

Michael "Mike" Knuble is a retired Canadian-born American professional ice hockey right winger. He played 16 seasons in the NHL for the Detroit Red Wings, New York Rangers, Boston Bruins, Philadelphia Flyers, and Washington Capitals. Knuble was known for his net-front presence and scoring ability, particularly during his time with the Flyers and Capitals.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

July 4, 1972: Mike Knuble Born

On July 4, 1972, Michael Rudolf Knuble was born in Canada. He is a Canadian-born American former professional ice hockey right winger.

1987: Father's Death

In 1987, Mike Knuble's father, Aivars, died of a heart attack at the age of 45 when Mike was 15 years old.

1991: Drafted by Detroit Red Wings

In 1991, Mike Knuble was drafted in the fourth round, 76th overall, by the Detroit Red Wings in the NHL Entry Draft.

1994: CCHA All-Star Honors

In 1994, Mike Knuble was given Second Team CCHA All-Star honors while playing at the University of Michigan.

1995: All-Star Honors and NCAA Team Honors

In 1995, Mike Knuble was given Second Team CCHA All-Star honors and NCAA West All-American Team honors while playing at the University of Michigan. He then made his professional debut in the Calder Cup playoffs with the Adirondack Red Wings.

1995: Played for Adirondack Red Wings

Mike Knuble spent time with the Adirondack Red Wings of the AHL during the 1995-96 season.

1996: Part of the Detroit Red Wings organization

In 1996, Mike Knuble was part of the Detroit Red Wings organization.

1996: Played for Adirondack Red Wings

Mike Knuble spent time with the Adirondack Red Wings of the AHL during the 1996-97 season.

1996: Brother's Hockey Clinic

Since 1996, Mike Knuble's brother Steve has run a hockey clinic in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

March 26, 1997: NHL Debut with Detroit Red Wings

On March 26, 1997, Mike Knuble made his NHL debut with the Detroit Red Wings against the Colorado Avalanche.

1997: Part of the Detroit Red Wings organization

In 1997, Mike Knuble was part of the Detroit Red Wings organization during their Stanley Cup win.

1998: Won Stanley Cup with Detroit Red Wings

In 1998, Mike Knuble won the Stanley Cup with the Detroit Red Wings, playing his first full season in the NHL. He met the requirements to have his name engraved on the Cup and was included in team pictures.

1998: Traded to New York Rangers

Prior to the 1998-99 season, Mike Knuble was traded by Detroit to the New York Rangers.

1999: Played full season with the Rangers

During the 1999-2000 season, Mike Knuble played in all 82 games with the New York Rangers, recording 15 goals and 20 assists.

2000: Traded to Boston Bruins

During the 1999-2000 season, Mike Knuble was traded by the New York Rangers to the Boston Bruins in exchange for Rob DiMaio.

2001: Played for Boston Bruins

In 2000-01, Mike Knuble recorded 20 points in 82 games for the Boston Bruins.

2002: Played for Boston Bruins

In 2001-02, Mike Knuble recorded 14 points in 54 games for the Boston Bruins.

2003: Solid Season with Bruins

In the 2002-2003 season, Mike Knuble had a solid season for the Boston Bruins, scoring 30 goals and 29 assists in 75 games.

2004: Another Solid Season

In 2003-04, Mike Knuble had another solid season, recording 21 goals and 25 assists in 82 games for the Boston Bruins. He also set the NHL record for fastest two goals to start a game. After the season, he signed a three-year contract with the Philadelphia Flyers.

2005: Best Season as a Professional

In 2005-06, Mike Knuble had his best season as a professional, recording career highs in goals, assists, and points (34, 31, and 65 respectively) for the Philadelphia Flyers.

2006: Near Collision and Strong Finish

In 2006-07, Mike Knuble nearly had his season cut short after a collision with Brendan Shanahan but returned to finish with 24 goals and 30 assists in 64 games for the Philadelphia Flyers.

February 2, 2008: First Career Hat Trick

On February 2, 2008, Mike Knuble recorded his first career hat trick in a 3-0 Flyers win over the Anaheim Ducks.

April 17, 2008: Playoff Overtime Goal

On April 17, 2008, Mike Knuble scored his first career playoff overtime goal to eliminate the Washington Capitals in Game 7 of the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

July 1, 2009: Signed with Washington Capitals

On July 1, 2009, Mike Knuble signed a two-year deal with the Washington Capitals.

November 13, 2009: Broke Finger Against Wild

On November 13, 2009, Mike Knuble broke a finger in a game against the Minnesota Wild and missed four weeks of action.

February 7, 2010: Game-Winning Goal Against Penguins

On February 7, 2010, Mike Knuble scored the game-winning goal in an overtime win against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

March 24, 2010: Shootout Goal Against Penguins

On March 24, 2010, Mike Knuble scored his first career shootout goal in a win against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

April 11, 2011: Re-Signed with Capitals

On April 11, 2011, Mike Knuble re-signed with the Washington Capitals for a one-year contract extension.

December 20, 2011: Played 1,000th NHL Game

On December 20, 2011, Mike Knuble played in his 1,000th NHL game, having scored 221 NHL goals since turning 30.

2011: Scored in Winter Classic

In 2011, Mike Knuble scored Washington's first goal in the second period of the NHL Winter Classic against the Pittsburgh Penguins' goaltender Marc-André Fleury.

2012: Sought to play near his hometown

During the lockout-shortened 2012-13 NHL season, Mike Knuble wanted to play near his hometown and sought to play for the Chicago Blackhawks or the Red Wings.