History of Trevor Zegras in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 16, 2026

Trevor Zegras is a prominent American professional ice hockey player currently serving as a center for the Anaheim Ducks in the NHL. Drafted ninth overall in 2019, he quickly established himself as a highly skilled and creative playmaker. Zegras gained international recognition for his innovative puck-handling techniques, most notably popularizing the 'Michigan'—a lacrosse-style goal where the player lifts the puck onto their stick blade behind the net before tucking it into the top corner. His flair for highlight-reel plays and high-offensive hockey IQ have made him one of the most exciting young talents in the sport. Beyond his individual success and Calder Trophy finalist performance, Zegras has become a modern face of NHL marketing, known for bringing personality and creativity to the ice, helping to attract a younger generation of fans to professional hockey.

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March 20, 2001: Birth of Trevor Zegras

On March 20, 2001, professional ice hockey player Trevor John Zegras was born.

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2016: Commencement of Avon Old Farms Tenure

In 2016, Trevor Zegras began his tenure playing for the Winged Beavers of the Avon Old Farms school within the Founders League, marking a significant period of his development as a young athlete.

2017: Conclusion of Avon Old Farms Statistical Success

By the end of his stint with the Winged Beavers in 2017, Trevor Zegras concluded his time at the school having recorded a total of 18 goals and 24 assists for 42 points throughout his tenure.

2017: Joining the USNTDP under-17 team

In 2017, Trevor Zegras joined the USNTDP under-17 team for the 2017–18 season in the United States Hockey League, where he successfully recorded 20 goals and 39 assists.

2018: Advancement to the USNTDP under-18 team

During the 2018–19 season, Zegras moved to the under-18 team and achieved a significant performance milestone by totaling 87 points, which included 61 assists in 2018.

2019: Trevor Zegras' Freshman NCAA Season at Boston University

During the 2019 NCAA season, Trevor Zegras competed in 33 games for Boston University, accumulating 36 points to tie for third among all Division I freshmen. Following this performance, he received several accolades in 2019, including being named to the Hockey East Third Team All-Star and the Hockey East All-Rookie Team, as well as being named a finalist for the Hockey East Rookie of the Year award.

2019: NHL Entry Draft Selection

In 2019, Trevor Zegras reached a significant career milestone when he was selected ninth overall by the Anaheim Ducks during the 2019 NHL entry draft.

2019: NHL Draft Selection and College Commitment

In 2019, Zegras was selected ninth overall in the first round of the NHL entry draft by the Anaheim Ducks, while simultaneously upholding his commitment to play collegiate hockey for Boston University.

March 27, 2020: Signing Entry-Level Contract with the Ducks

On March 27, 2020, Trevor Zegras officially ended his college hockey career by signing a three-year, entry-level contract with the NHL's Anaheim Ducks.

January 5, 2021: Gold Medal Victory and MVP Honors at 2021 World Junior Championships

On January 5, 2021, Trevor Zegras led the United States junior team to a gold medal victory against Canada at the 2021 World Junior Championships with a 2-0 win. During the tournament, Zegras accumulated seven goals and 11 assists, leading all players in scoring, which earned him the tournament MVP title and allowed him to tie the United States record for most points held by Jordan Schroeder.

February 5, 2021: Professional Debut with the San Diego Gulls

Trevor Zegras made his professional debut with the San Diego Gulls on February 5, 2021, recording an impressive three-point performance with one goal and two assists during a 4-1 victory against the Bakersfield Condors.

December 7, 2021: Lacrosse-style Assist

On December 7, 2021, Trevor Zegras executed a unique lacrosse-style assist to teammate Sonny Milano during a game against the Buffalo Sabres, a move that had never been seen before in the NHL.

December 2021: NHL Rookie of the Month

In December 2021, Trevor Zegras was named the NHL Rookie of the Month after a strong performance where he recorded 11 points in nine games.

August 2022: Named NHL 23 Cover Athlete

In August 2022, Trevor Zegras was selected as one of the cover athletes for the video game NHL 23, sharing the honor with Sarah Nurse.

October 2, 2023: Contract Signing with the Anaheim Ducks

On October 2, 2023, Trevor Zegras ended his training camp holdout by signing a three-year contract extension valued at $17.25 million with the Anaheim Ducks.

June 23, 2025: Trade to the Philadelphia Flyers

On June 23, 2025, Trevor Zegras was officially traded to the Philadelphia Flyers. The transaction involved a package deal that sent Ryan Poehling, a 2025 second-round draft pick, and a 2026 fourth-round draft pick to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Zegras.

March 29, 2026: Tying Career-High Goal Record

On March 29, 2026, Trevor Zegras reached a significant personal milestone by scoring a goal during an overtime game against the Dallas Stars, which brought his season total to 23 and tied his previous career-high for goals scored in a single season.