Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Noah Hanifin

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

Noah Hanifin is an American professional ice hockey defenseman currently playing for the Vegas Golden Knights in the NHL. Drafted fifth overall by the Carolina Hurricanes in 2015, he also played for the Calgary Flames. He is known for his skating ability and two-way play.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2014: IIHF World U18 Championships Gold Medal

In 2014, Noah Hanifin helped lead Team USA to the gold medal at the IIHF World U18 Championships.

2014: International Representation

In 2014, Noah Hanifin represented the United States at the U17 World Hockey Challenge and the U18 World Championships.

July 11, 2015: Signed with Hurricanes

On July 11, 2015, Noah Hanifin signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Carolina Hurricanes, forgoing his college eligibility.

October 8, 2015: NHL Debut

On October 8, 2015, Noah Hanifin made his NHL debut against the Nashville Predators.

November 16, 2015: First NHL Goal

On November 16, 2015, Noah Hanifin scored his first NHL goal against Anton Khudobin of the Anaheim Ducks.

2015: International Representation

In 2015, Noah Hanifin represented the United States at the World Junior Championships and the World Championship.

2015: NHL Entry Draft

In 2015, Noah Hanifin was drafted fifth overall in the NHL entry draft by the Carolina Hurricanes.

2015: Projected Top Pick

In 2015, Noah Hanifin was projected to be a top-three pick and the number-one-rated defenseman for the NHL entry draft.

2017: International Representation

In 2017, Noah Hanifin represented the United States at the World Championship.

January 15, 2018: NHL All-Star Game Selection

On January 15, 2018, Noah Hanifin was selected as the sole representative of the Carolina Hurricanes at the 2018 NHL All-Star Game.

June 23, 2018: Traded to Calgary Flames

On June 23, 2018, Noah Hanifin was traded to the Calgary Flames along with Elias Lindholm.

February 6, 2021: 400 NHL Games

On February 6, 2021, Noah Hanifin became the sixth-youngest U.S.-born player to reach 400 NHL games played.

March 6, 2024: Traded to Vegas Golden Knights

On March 6, 2024, Noah Hanifin was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights in a three-team deal.

April 11, 2024: Signed Extension with Vegas

On April 11, 2024, Noah Hanifin signed an eight-year extension with the Vegas Golden Knights.

January 2, 2026: Named to Olympic Roster

On January 2, 2026, Noah Hanifin was named to the United States' roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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