Born on January 13, 1997, in Richmond Hill, Ontario Canada, Connor Andrew McDavid is a professional ice hockey center and captain of the Edmonton Oilers in the National Hockey League (NHL). The Oilers chose him as the first overall pick in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft.
Commencing his NHL journey during the 2015–16 season after concluding his junior hockey career in the OHL with the Erie Otters, McDavid quickly made an impact despite facing a three-month hiatus due to a fractured clavicle later in the season. His remarkable performances earned him a spot on the NHL All-Rookie Team and recognition as a Calder Memorial Trophy finalist. During the 2016–17 season, he achieved the milestone of 100 points, becoming the youngest player to clinch the Art Ross Trophy for leading the NHL in scoring. McDavid's stellar year also saw him being honored with the Hart Memorial Trophy, the Ted Lindsay Award, and a spot on the NHL First All-Star Team.
His illustrious career includes four NHL First Team All-Star selections, five Art Ross Trophy victories, four Ted Lindsay Awards, three Hart Memorial Trophies, and the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy for the 2022–23 season as the league's leading goal-scorer. McDavid's outstanding achievements also include being one of only two players, alongside Oilers captain Wayne Gretzky in 1982, to unanimously secure the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's most valuable player.
Is Connor McDavid an All-Star?
Connor McDavid has earned the prestigious honor of being selected to the NHL All-Star Game an impressive seven times throughout his career. The years of his All-Star appearances include 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, and 2024. This consistent recognition highlights McDavid's exceptional skills and standing as one of the premier players in the league, affirming his status among the best in the NHL.
In 2024, Connor McDavid was selected to his seventh consecutive appearance at the prestigious event, a remarkable feat that aligns him closely with the franchise's legends, Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier. McDavid, known for his speed and skill on the ice, has been named a first-team All-Star four times and has claimed the title of the fastest skater thrice.
How many times has Connor McDavid been an All-Star?
Connor McDavid has been selected to the NHL All-Star Game an impressive seven times throughout his career, with appearances in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, and 2024.
This remarkable feat solidifies his status as one of the premier players in the league. McDavid's seventh consecutive selection in 2024 aligns him with Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier, Edmonton Oilers' legendary figures.
Known for his speed and skill, McDavid has earned first-team All-Star honors four times and holds the title of the fastest skater thrice.
Here’s a table summarizing Connor McDavid’s All-Star appearances:
| Season | Player | Team | Appearance |
| 2017-18 | Connor McDavid | Edmonton Oilers | #1 |
| 2018-19 | Connor McDavid | Edmonton Oilers | #2 |
| 2019-20 | Connor McDavid | Edmonton Oilers | #3 |
| 2020-21 | Connor McDavid | Edmonton Oilers | #4 |
| 2021-22 | Connor McDavid | Edmonton Oilers | #5 |
| 2022-23 | Connor McDavid | Edmonton Oilers | #6 |
| 2023-24 | Connor McDavid | Edmonton Oilers | #7 |
FAQs
A. Connor McDavid has been selected to the NHL All-Star Game seven times till now is his career.
A. Connor McDavid achieved the milestone of 100 points in the 2016–17 NHL season. He scored 30 goals and recorded 70 assists.
A. During the 2016–17 season, Connor McDavid received the Hart Memorial Trophy, and the Ted Lindsay Award, and was named to the NHL First All-Star Team.
A. Connor McDavid has won the Fastest Skater category at the NHL All-Star Skills Competition three times.
A. Connor McDavid's notable accolades include being a four-time NHL First Team All-Star, a five-time recipient of the Art Ross Trophy, a four-time winner of the Ted Lindsay Award, a three-time recipient of the Hart Memorial Trophy, and the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy winner for the 2022–23 season.
