Roberto Luongo's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Roberto Luongo.

Roberto Luongo, a Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender, had a distinguished 19-season NHL career with the Islanders, Panthers, and Canucks. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2022, he was a two-time All-Star and a William M. Jennings Trophy winner. He was also a finalist for the Vezina, Pearson, and Hart trophies. Luongo ranks third in all-time games played by an NHL goaltender (1,044) and fourth in all-time wins (489). Notably, he utilized the butterfly style of goaltending throughout his career.

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1947: Bill Durnan's Captaincy

In the 1947-48 season, Bill Durnan was the last NHL goaltender to serve as a team captain before Roberto Luongo.

1970: Ray Martynuik Drafted Fifth Overall

In 1970, Ray Martynuik was drafted fifth overall, prior to Luongo being drafted. Luongo was the highest-picked goaltender in NHL history at the time of his draft.

1973: John Davidson Drafted Fifth Overall

In 1973, John Davidson was drafted fifth overall, prior to Luongo being drafted. Luongo was the highest-picked goaltender in NHL history at the time of his draft.

1974: Nick Sanza's QMJHL Record

In 1974-75, Nick Sanza set the QMJHL record for shutouts, which Roberto Luongo later tied.

1983: Tom Barrasso Drafted Fifth Overall

In 1983, Tom Barrasso was drafted fifth overall, prior to Luongo being drafted. Luongo was the highest-picked goaltender in NHL history at the time of his draft.

1994: Vanbiesbrouck's Four Shutout Mark

In the 1994-95 season, John Vanbiesbrouck set a four-shutout mark, a record that Luongo later surpassed.

1995: Highest-Drafted Goaltender in QMJHL History

In 1995, the Val-d'Or Foreurs made Roberto Luongo the highest-drafted goaltender in Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) history, at second overall.

1997: Awarded Mike Bossy Trophy

In the 1996-97 season, Roberto Luongo improved to a team-record 32 wins with the Val-d'Or Foreurs and was awarded the Mike Bossy Trophy as the league's best professional prospect.

1997: Vanbiesbrouck's Four Shutout Mark

In the 1997-98 season, John Vanbiesbrouck had another four-shutout mark, a record that Luongo later surpassed.

1999: World Junior Championships

In 1999, Roberto Luongo became the starting goaltender at the World Junior Championships in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He helped Team Canada to the gold medal game and earned Best Goaltender and All-Star team honours.

1999: Won Silver Medal at World Junior Championships

In 1999, Roberto Luongo won a silver medal at the World Junior Championships. He was also named Best Goaltender.

2000: Rick DiPietro Drafted First Overall

In 2000, Rick DiPietro was drafted first overall by the Islanders, surpassing Luongo as the highest-picked goaltender in NHL history.

April 7, 2001: Franchise Record Fifth Shutout

On April 7, 2001, Roberto Luongo notched a franchise record fifth shutout of the season in a 3-0 win against the New York Rangers.

2002: Adam Russo Tied Shutout Record

In 2002-03, Adam Russo tied Roberto Luongo's QMJHL record for shutouts.

January 20, 2003: Shutout streak snapped

On January 20, 2003, Roberto Luongo's franchise record-setting shutout streak, lasting 144:51 minutes, was snapped during a game against the Montreal Canadiens.

2003: Won Gold Medal at World Championships

In 2003, Roberto Luongo won a gold medal at the World Championships, representing Team Canada.

January 2, 2004: Canadian Press sports team of the year

On January 2, 2004, the gold medal-winning 2003 team that Roberto Luongo was a part of, was named the Canadian Press national sports team of the year.

February 2004: Named to first NHL All-Star Game

In February 2004, Roberto Luongo was named to his first NHL All-Star Game, competing for the Eastern Conference and winning the Goaltenders Competition segment of the SuperSkills Competition.

2004: World Championships and World Cup

In 2004, Roberto Luongo played in seven games as the starting goaltender at the World Championships, winning gold. He also competed in the 2004 World Cup, stepping in as the starting goaltender when Brodeur was injured and helping Team Canada to the finals, where they won.

2004: NHL All-Star and Vezina Trophy Finalist

In 2004, Roberto Luongo was named an NHL All-Star and was a finalist for the Vezina Trophy as the league's best goaltender. He was also a finalist for the Lester B. Pearson Award.

2004: Won Gold Medal at World Championships and World Cup

In 2004, Roberto Luongo won a gold medal at the World Championships and the World Cup championship with Team Canada.

April 13, 2006: Most-wins Panthers goaltender of all time

On April 13, 2006, Roberto Luongo became the most-wins Panthers goaltender of all time, passing John Vanbiesbrouck with his 107th win for the team in a 5–4 overtime victory against the Ottawa Senators.

January 9, 2007: Voted as a starting goaltender for the Western Conference All-Stars

On January 9, 2007, Roberto Luongo was voted in as a starting goaltender for the first time in his career for the Western Conference All-Stars.

March 2007: Received Mark Messier Leadership Award

In March 2007, Roberto Luongo received the Mark Messier Leadership Award in his first season with the Vancouver Canucks.

2007: NHL All-Star and Hart Memorial Trophy Finalist

In 2007, Roberto Luongo was named an NHL All-Star and was a finalist for the Vezina Trophy. He was also a finalist for the Lester B. Pearson Award and the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's most valuable player.

October 25, 2009: Shutout Record

On October 25, 2009, Roberto Luongo recorded his 21st shutout as a Canuck, his 48th career shutout, surpassing Kirk McLean as the franchise shutouts leader in a 2-0 win against the Edmonton Oilers.

January 7, 2010: 50th Career Shutout

On January 7, 2010, Roberto Luongo recorded his 50th career shutout in a 4–0 win against the Phoenix Coyotes.

December 2010: NHL's Second Star of the Month

In December 2010, Roberto Luongo was named the NHL's Second Star of the Month after posting an 11–1–2 record with a 2.07 GAA, a .922 save percentage and one shutout.

2010: 2010 Winter Olympics Gold Medal

In 2010, Roberto Luongo helped Canada to four consecutive single-elimination game wins to capture the gold medal at the Vancouver Winter Olympics. He made a game-saving stop against Pavol Demitra in the semifinal and 34 saves in the gold medal game against the United States.

2010: Won Gold Medal at Winter Olympics

In 2010, Roberto Luongo won a gold medal at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver as Canada's starting goaltender.

March 5, 2011: 300th Career Win

On March 5, 2011, Roberto Luongo recorded his 300th career win against the Los Angeles Kings, becoming the sixth-youngest goaltender to reach the milestone and the 25th overall.

September 2011: Inducted into Italian Walk of Fame

In September 2011, Luongo was inducted into the Italian Walk of Fame in Toronto, Ontario.

December 2011: Resuming as Starter

By December 2011, Roberto Luongo resumed as the team's starter for the Vancouver Canucks with an improved performance.

2011: William M. Jennings Trophy Winner

In 2011, Roberto Luongo won the William M. Jennings Trophy, along with backup Cory Schneider, for having the lowest goals against average in the league.

January 4, 2012: 700th Game

On January 4, 2012, Roberto Luongo became the 23rd goaltender in league history to play in his 700th game, recording a 3–0 shutout against the Minnesota Wild.

April 5, 2018: Luongo plays in his 1,000th NHL game

On April 5, 2018, Roberto Luongo played in his 1,000th NHL game in a win against the Boston Bruins, becoming the third goaltender in NHL history to reach this milestone. At the conclusion of the 2017-18 season, Luongo was nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.

February 10, 2019: Luongo passes Roy for second all-time in games played

On February 10, 2019, Roberto Luongo played in his 1030th career game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, passing Roy for second all-time behind Brodeur in career games played by a goaltender.

March 7, 2020: Panthers Retired Luongo's Number

On March 7, 2020, the Florida Panthers retired Luongo's number, making him the first player to receive this honor from the franchise.

2021: Inducted into Florida Sports Hall of Fame

In 2021, Roberto Luongo was inducted into the Florida Sports Hall of Fame.

2022: Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame

In 2022, Roberto Luongo was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, marking a significant recognition of his accomplished career.

2024: Won Stanley Cup as an Executive

In 2024, Luongo won his first Stanley Cup as an executive with the Florida Panthers, who defeated the Edmonton Oilers in seven games during the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals.