Career Timeline of Ryan Reaves: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Ryan Reaves built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Ryan Reaves is a Canadian professional ice hockey player currently playing right winger for the San Jose Sharks in the NHL. Previously, he played for the Minnesota Wild, St. Louis Blues, Pittsburgh Penguins, Vegas Golden Knights, New York Rangers, and Toronto Maple Leafs. He is also the son of former CFL and NFL player, Willard Reaves.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2002: Drafted by the Brandon Wheat Kings

In 2002, Ryan Reaves was drafted 36th overall by the Brandon Wheat Kings in the WHL bantam draft.

2004: Led St. John's-Ravenscourt School to Championship

In 2004, Ryan Reaves led the St. John's-Ravenscourt School hockey team to the McDonald's Provincial High School Hockey Championship.

2005: Joined the Brandon Wheat Kings

During the 2005-06 season, Ryan Reaves joined the Brandon Wheat Kings for his rookie campaign and was named an alternate captain.

2005: Drafted by the St. Louis Blues

In 2005, Ryan Reaves was drafted by the St. Louis Blues 156th overall in the NHL entry draft.

May 15, 2007: Signed with the St. Louis Blues

On May 15, 2007, Ryan Reaves signed a three-year entry-level contract with the St. Louis Blues.

October 10, 2010: Recalled to the St. Louis Blues

On October 10, 2010, Ryan Reaves was recalled from the Peoria Rivermen by the Blues after Cam Janssen suffered a concussion.

October 11, 2010: NHL Debut

On October 11, 2010, Ryan Reaves made his NHL debut, accumulating 15 penalty minutes in a 5-1 win against the Anaheim Ducks.

January 12, 2011: First NHL Goal

On January 12, 2011, Ryan Reaves scored his first NHL goal against the Anaheim Ducks, with Jonas Hiller as goaltender.

June 23, 2017: Traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins

On June 23, 2017, after seven seasons with the Blues, Ryan Reaves was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins.

February 23, 2018: Traded to Vegas Golden Knights

On February 23, 2018, Ryan Reaves was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights from the Pittsburgh Penguins as part of a three-way trade.

July 1, 2018: Signed with the Golden Knights

On July 1, 2018, Ryan Reaves signed a two-year contract with the Golden Knights.

June 15, 2020: Signed Contract Extension with Golden Knights

On June 15, 2020, Ryan Reaves signed a two-year, $3.5 million contract extension with the Golden Knights.

July 29, 2021: Traded to New York Rangers

On July 29, 2021, Ryan Reaves was traded by the Golden Knights to the New York Rangers.

November 23, 2022: Traded to Minnesota Wild

On November 23, 2022, Ryan Reaves was traded by the New York Rangers to the Minnesota Wild.

2022: Draft Pick

In 2022, the New York Rangers received a 2022 third-round draft pick.

July 1, 2023: Signed with the Toronto Maple Leafs

On July 1, 2023, Ryan Reaves signed a three-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

July 10, 2025: Traded to the San Jose Sharks

On July 10, 2025, Ryan Reaves was traded to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for Henry Thrun.

2025: Draft Pick

In 2025, the Minnesota Wild received a fifth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.

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