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, Connor McDavid made an impact despite facing a three-month hiatus due to a fractured clavicle later in the season. His 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 was also honored with the Hart Memorial Trophy, the Ted Lindsay Award, and a spot on the NHL First All-Star Team.
His 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 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 seven times throughout his career. In 2024, Connor McDavid was selected for his seventh consecutive appearance at the prestigious event, aligning 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.
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 on Connor McDavid
A. Connor McDavid has been selected to the NHL All-Star Game seven times till now is his career.
A. Connor McDavid started his NHL carer in 2015.
A. McDavid has played for the Edmonton Oilers
A. Connor McDavid still has to earn the Stanley Cup trophy.
A. Connor McDavid's annual salary is $12,500,000.
