Leon Draisaitl is a German ice hockey professional player and alternate captain for the Edmonton Oilers in the National Hockey League (NHL). Leon started his NHL journey when the Edmonton Oilers selected him 3rd overall in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. Before joining the NHL, Leon played in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Prince of Alberta Raiders and Kelowna Rockets.
Darisaitl made his NHL debut in 2014 and quickly gained attention for his offensive ability and versatility, contributing to his team reaching the playoffs multiple times. One of the remarkable achievements of his career was the Hart Memorial Trophy and the Led Lindsay Award in the 2019-20 season. He also became the first German player to win the Art Ross Trophy in 2020.
Is Leon Draisaitl an All-Star?
Apart from other significant achievements, Leon Darisaitl has made his name in the NHL All-Star Games multiple times. He has appeared in the All-Star Games four times till now (2019, 2020, 2022, and 2023). He has also been named for the NHL All-Star Game 2024 and the count will be five. It will also mark his fifth consecutive All-Star Game appearance.
Draisaitl showcased his impressive passing skills in the NHL ALL-Star Game Skills Competition in 2019 competing in the Premier Passer Event, completing the challenge in just 69.088 seconds, and won the competition in the process. Draisaitl was just 23 years old when he first appeared in the NHL All-Star Game in 2019.
Draisaitl has achieved remarkable feats throughout his NHL career, winning significant trophies like the Hart Memorial, Ted Lindsay Award, Art Ross Trophy, and NHL All-Star Game participation, making him one of the most powerful players in the league.
How many times was Leon Draisaitl an All-Star?
Leon Darisaitl has made the NHL All-Star Game 5 times in a row, starting from 2019-24. His five time selection in the NHL All-Star Game makes him one of the most impactful players in the league.
| Years | Team | Appearances |
| 2019 | Edmonton Oilers | #1 |
| 2020 | Edmonton Oilers | #2 |
| 2022 | Edmonton Oilers | #3 |
| 2023 | Edmonton Oilers | #4 |
| 2024 | Edmonton Oilers | #5 |
FAQs
A. Leon Darisaitl is known for his exceptional career in the NHL, winning the most significant trophies including the Art Ross, Hart Memorial, Ted Lindsay, and, NHl All-Star Game appearances.
A. Leon Darisaitl has contributed a total of 306 goals to the Edmonton Oilers (as of 2022-23 season).
A. Leon Darisaitl was drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft and has been around for 10 years now.
A. Leon Darisaitl has recorded eight hat-tricks in the National Hockey League till now (as of February 1, 2024).
A. Leon Darisaitl has appeared in the NHL All-Star game 5 times in a row (2019-24).
