Career Timeline of Tyler Seguin: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Tyler Seguin built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Tyler Seguin is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre and alternate captain for the Dallas Stars in the NHL. Seguin was drafted second overall by the Boston Bruins in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft, won the Stanley Cup with the Bruins in 2011, and was later traded to the Dallas Stars in 2013. He is known for his offensive skill and goal-scoring ability. Seguin has represented Canada in international competitions, including the IIHF World Championship.

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1998: David Legwand wins Red Tilson Trophy

In 1998, David Legwand wins Red Tilson Trophy

1998: Red Tilson Trophy

In 1998, Seguin became the first member of the Plymouth Whalers to win the Red Tilson Trophy as MVP of the Ontario Hockey League since 1998.

2008: Drafted by Plymouth Whalers

In 2008, Tyler Seguin was drafted by the Plymouth Whalers of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) in the first round, ninth overall, of the OHL Priority Selection Draft.

2009: Breakout Year

2009 proved to be a breakout year for Tyler Seguin. He led the league with 14 goals and 25 points in the first 10 games of the season.

2009: Seguin's First International Ice Hockey Tournament Appearance

In 2009, Seguin made his first international ice hockey tournament appearance at the World U-17 Hockey Challenge, representing Canada Ontario, leading the tournament with eight assists and scoring the first goal in Canada Ontario's 5–1 gold medal victory over Canada Pacific.

2009: Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy Nomination

In 2009, Tyler Seguin played major junior career with the Plymouth Whalers.

October 9, 2010: NHL Debut

On October 9, 2010, Tyler Seguin made his NHL debut with the Boston Bruins in a 5–2 loss to the Phoenix Coyotes.

2010: Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy

In 2010, Tyler Seguin tied for that year's Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy.

2010: NHL Entry Draft

In 2010, Tyler Seguin was drafted second overall by the Boston Bruins in the NHL entry draft.

2010: Red Tilson Trophy and Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy

In 2010, Tyler Seguin won the Red Tilson Trophy and tied for the Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy.

May 14, 2011: First Career Playoff Game

On May 14, 2011, Tyler Seguin played his first career playoff game.

June 15, 2011: Stanley Cup Win

On June 15, 2011, Tyler Seguin and the Boston Bruins won game seven of the Finals, earning the Stanley Cup with a 4–3 series victory over the Vancouver Canucks.

November 5, 2011: First NHL Hat Trick

On November 5, 2011, Tyler Seguin scored his first career NHL hat trick against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

2011: Stanley Cup Win

In 2011, Tyler Seguin won the Stanley Cup in his rookie season with the Boston Bruins.

April 22, 2012: Overtime Goal in Playoffs

On April 22, 2012, Tyler Seguin scored in overtime of Game 6 of the first round in the 2012 playoffs series against the Washington Capitals, sending the series to a Game 7.

September 21, 2012: Signs with EHC Biel

On September 21, 2012, Tyler Seguin signed with the EHC Biel hockey club of the Swiss National League A during the NHL lockout.

2012: Played for EHC Biel

In 2012, during the NHL lockout, Tyler Seguin played for EHC Biel of the Swiss National League A (NLA).

2012: NHL All-Star Game

Tyler Seguin was previously selected for the 2012 NHL All-Star game.

January 19, 2013: 2012-2013 NHL Season Begins

On January 19, 2013, The 2012–13 NHL season began, with 48 intra-conference games played beginning on January 19, 2013. Seguin played all 48 regular-season games with the Bruins.

July 4, 2013: Trade to Dallas Stars

On July 4, 2013, Tyler Seguin was traded to the Dallas Stars.

July 2013: Seguin Founded Seguin's Stars

In July 2013, upon arriving in Dallas, Seguin founded Seguin's Stars after one of his best friends suffered a severe spinal cord injury in December 2012. Seguin donated a luxury suite at every Stars home game for individuals with spinal cord injuries.

November 14, 2013: First Four-Point Game

On November 14, 2013, Tyler Seguin had his first career four-point game, scoring two goals and two assists in a 7–3 win against the Calgary Flames.

2013: Career High in Assists

In 2013, Tyler Seguin reached his career high in assists.

October 28, 2014: 100th NHL Goal

On October 28, 2014, Tyler Seguin recorded his 100th NHL goal in a 4–3 loss to the St. Louis Blues.

2014: Playoffs Qualification

In 2014, Tyler Seguin's production helped the Dallas Stars narrowly qualify for the 2014 playoffs as the eighth and final seed in the Western Conference.

2015: Reached 30 goals

After reaching 30 goals for the third straight season in 2015, Seguin sustained a cut to his Achilles tendon on March 17, 2016.

2015: Seguin Wins Gold at World Hockey Championships

In 2015, Seguin was a member of Canada's gold medal-winning team at the World Hockey Championships.

2015: NHL All-Star Game

Tyler Seguin was previously selected for the 2015 NHL All-Star game.

2016: NHL All-Star Game

Tyler Seguin was previously selected for the 2016 NHL All-Star game.

November 24, 2017: 200th NHL Goal

On November 24, 2017, Tyler Seguin recorded his 200th NHL goal in a 6–4 win over the Calgary Flames.

January 10, 2018: Named to NHL All-Star Game

On January 10, 2018, Tyler Seguin was named to the NHL All-Star Game for the fifth time.

September 13, 2018: Contract Extension with Stars

On September 13, 2018, Tyler Seguin signed an eight-year, $78.8 million contract extension with the Dallas Stars.

May 3, 2021: Seguin's debut after injury recovery.

On May 3, 2021, Tyler Seguin was activated from the injured reserve and made his debut, scoring a goal in the Stars' 5–4 overtime loss against Spencer Knight of the Florida Panthers.

March 22, 2022: Seguin Scored his 300th Goal

On March 22, 2022, Seguin scored his 300th goal in a 5–3 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Oilers' goaltender Mikko Koskinen.

April 16, 2025: Seguin Returns to Stars Lineup

On April 16, 2025, Seguin returned to the Stars lineup against the Nashville Predators, assisting on a goal by Mason Marchment just 16 seconds into his return.