Who was the longest captain in NHL history? (2024)

Who was the longest captain in NHL history?

Records. Steve Yzerman served as the captain of the Detroit Red Wings for 20 years/19 seasons (1986–87 to 2005–06) and 1,303 games during that time, the longest term in the history of the NHL by both years and games.

Has an NHL goalie ever been captain?

Canucks great Roberto Luongo looks back at the two years he was team captain, says it's one of his most proud accomplishments as a hockey player, as he was the only goalie in the history of the NHL to do so.

How long has Crosby been captain?

Sidney Crosby (born August 7, 1987, Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada) Canadian ice hockey player who in 2007 became the youngest captain of a National Hockey League (NHL) team and who led the Pittsburgh Penguins to three Stanley Cup championships (2009, 2016, and 2017).

Who is the youngest NHL captain ever?

When Connor McDavid was named captain of the Edmonton Oilers, he became the youngest permanent captain in NHL history. Gabriel Landeskog of the Colorado Avalanche and Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins, are the second- and third-youngest players to be named captain in NHL history, respectively.

Why don t the Kraken have a captain?

Shortly before the Seattle Kraken took the ice for their inaugural NHL game in October of 2021, the franchise named its first ever captain: 38-year old defenseman Mark Giordano. Less than six months later, the Kraken traded Giordano to Toronto. They've been captainless since.

How long was Wayne Gretzky captain?

Gretzky was its captain from 1983 to 1988. In 1983, they made it to the Stanley Cup Finals, only to be swept by the three-time defending champion New York Islanders. The following season, the Oilers met the Islanders in the Finals again, this time winning the Stanley Cup, their first of five in seven years.

Was Jagr ever captain of the Penguins?

After the 1997–98 season, Penguins captain Ron Francis signed with the Carolina Hurricanes, leaving Jágr the Penguins' captaincy. From 1997–98 to 2000–01, Jágr would win four-straight NHL scoring titles.

How long has Ovechkin been captain?

On 5 January 2010 Ovechkin was named captain of the Washington Capitals after previous captain Chris Clark was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets. He became the first European, second-youngest and 14th overall captain in team history.

How old was Gretzky when he was captain?

Gretzky was 17 when he joined the Oilers in 1978 in their last season in the World Hockey Association, and 22 when he was appointed the NHL team's captain in 1983.

Has a 17 year old ever played in the NHL?

Ross Johnstone

Almost unforgivingly, the Montreal native played two seasons with the Toronto Maple Leafs as a 17- and 18-year-old, never to play in the NHL again. Still, Johnstone had a moderately productive professional career, playing eight professional seasons, mainly in the American Hockey League.

Who is the oldest guy to play in the NHL?

The oldest player in league history is Gordie Howe, who played his final NHL game for the Hartford Whalers on April 11, 1980, at 52 years of age.

Who is the oldest NHL rookie?

What NHL teams have no captains?

Five NHL teams are without a captain: the Anaheim Ducks, Arizona Coyotes, Chicago Blackhawks, Philadelphia Flyers and Seattle Kraken. Sidney Crosby is the longest current tenured captain, holding the position for the Pittsburgh Penguins since May 31, 2007.

Is the Kraken a girl?

Vast grotesque tentacled creatures who live in the sea, and which are extremely dangerous to anyone or anything that comes too close to them. They are commonly believed to be the female counterparts of the dragons, since no female dragon has ever been seen.

Who is the Bruins captain?

Brad Marchand might still be the "Little Ball of Hate," but he now has another title: Captain of the Boston Bruins. The Bruins announced Tuesday Marchand, who has spent his entire career with the club, has been named the 27th captain in franchise history ahead of the 2023-24 season.

Who had the longest NHL career?

From 1961 until being surpassed by Marleau on April 19, 2021, the record for most games played was held by Gordie Howe, who played 1,767 games. A player who reaches the milestone is awarded a silver stick. Patrick Marleau appeared in 1,779 games, the most in league history.

Who has the most Stanley Cups?

Having lifted the trophy a total of 24 times, the Montreal Canadiens are the team with more Stanley Cup titles than any other franchise. Founded in 1909, the Canadiens are the longest continuously operating professional ice hockey team and the only existing NHL club to predate the founding of the NHL itself.

What team does Gretzky own?

Post retirement, Gretzky became part owner of the NHL team, the Phoenix Coyotes.

Who is the oldest goalie to ever play in the Stanley Cup?

Goaltenders. Lester Patrick served as a replacement goaltender in the 1928 Stanley Cup Finals. At age 44, he remains the oldest goaltender in playoff history.

What age did Gretzky retire?

Wayne Gretzky retired from the NHL as a player in 1999 at the age of 38.

At what age do most NHL players retire?

Average professional hockey players retire between the ages of 25–30, but most players hang up the skates long before this. Who is the best hockey player of all time?

Why does Jagr wear 68?

To Jagr, the number signifies the year 1968, which sparked the beginning of the revolution against communists in the country of Jagr's birth, Czechoslovakia (which later split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia). In the 1960s, Jagr saw both his grandfathers jailed. One was released in 1968, but died the same year.

Why is Jaromir Jagr not in the Hall of Fame?

The primary fallout from Jagr's decision to suit up again is that his Hockey Hall of Fame eligibility is postponed for yet another year. Under HHOF protocols, a player must be retired for three seasons before they become eligible for consideration.

How many Stanley Cups did Jagr won?

Jaromir Jagr (born February 15, 1972, Kladno, Czechoslovakia [now in Czech Republic]) Czech professional ice hockey player who was one of the most prolific point scorers in National Hockey League (NHL) history. Jagr won two Stanley Cup championships with the Pittsburgh Penguins (1991 and 1992).

Where in DC does Ovechkin live?

Ovechkin, the all-time great Washington Capital, moved to McLean years ago but held onto his Arlington abode. Alex Ovechkin's relatively modest Arlington home — at least compared to the mansion he lives in now — is back on the market for lease. The five-bedroom, four-and-a-half bath home at 4906 16th St.