Marc-André Fleury's NHL Career Highlights

Marc Andre Fleury

Marc-André Fleury, affectionately known as 'Flower' or 'MAF,' is one of the most beloved and accomplished goaltenders in NHL history. Here are some fun and fascinating facts about him:

1. First Overall Pick

Fleury was selected 1st overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2003 NHL Draft, becoming the first goalie taken first overall since Rick DiPietro (2000).

2. Stanley Cup Champion (3x!)

Won three Stanley Cups with the Penguins (2009, 2016, 2017), though he was the backup for the last two (behind Matt Murray).

Led the Vegas Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final in their inaugural season (2018) and later won the Cup with them in 2023.

3. The Golden Helmet Tradition

Fleury is famous for painting his mask gold during the playoffs as a nod to the Stanley Cup.

4. One of the Winningest Goalies Ever

3rd all-time in NHL wins (behind Martin Brodeur and Patrick Roy).

1st among active goalies in wins, shutouts, and games played.

5. The Infamous 'Flower' Nickname

His last name, Fleury, sounds like 'flower' in French, leading to the nickname 'Flower.'

He’s known for his ever-present smile and fun-loving personality, making him a fan favorite.

6. The Vegas Expansion Draft Drama

After helping Pittsburgh win two Cups, he was left unprotected in the 2017 Expansion Draft and was selected by the Vegas Golden Knights.

He became the face of the franchise and led them to an improbable Cup Final run in their first season.

7. Master of the Poke Check

Fleury is famous for his aggressive poke checks, often catching opponents off guard when they try to deke him.

8. Olympic Gold Medalist

Won gold with Team Canada at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics (though he was the third-string goalie behind Martin Brodeur and Roberto Luongo).

9. Traded at the Deadline (2021)

In a shocking move, Vegas traded Fleury to the Chicago Blackhawks after a Vezina-winning season (due to cap issues).

The trade was so abrupt that Fleury found out via Twitter before being officially notified.

10. One of the Last Maskless Goalies

Fleury was one of the last goalies to play without a neck guard before the NHL made them mandatory in 2023.

11. The Prankster

Known for his hilarious pranks, including hiding teammates' sticks, filling shoes with popcorn, and even switching jerseys during warmups.

12. Vezina Trophy Winner (2021)

At 36 years old, Fleury won his first Vezina Trophy (best goalie) with Vegas, proving age is just a number.

13. Played for 4 Teams

Pittsburgh Penguins (2003–2017)

Vegas Golden Knights (2017–2021)

Chicago Blackhawks (2021–2022)

Minnesota Wild (2022–present)

14. Future Hall of Famer

With 550 wins, 3 Cups, and a Vezina, Fleury is a lock for the Hockey Hall of Fame once he retires.

15. Still Going Strong at 39 (as of 2024)

Despite being one of the oldest players in the league, Fleury continues to play at a high level with the Minnesota Wild.

Bonus: The Fleury Flip

He has a habit of flipping the puck into the air with his stick before games, a quirky superstition.

Marc-André Fleury isn’t just an incredible goalie—he’s one of the most charismatic and joyful players in NHL history. 🌸🏒

Marc-André Fleury's NHL Career Highlights

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