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Milan Lucic

Milan Lucic is a Canadian former professional ice hockey left winger from Vancouver, British Columbia.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Milan Lucic is a Canadian former professional ice hockey left winger from Vancouver, British Columbia. He played 17 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL), won the Stanley Cup with the Boston Bruins in 2011, and announced his retirement from hockey in June 2026.

Early life and junior career

Lucic was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, and developed as a youth player in the Vancouver area. He played major junior hockey with the Vancouver Giants in the Western Hockey League (WHL) before turning professional.

NHL career

Lucic began his NHL career with the Boston Bruins after being selected 50th overall in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. He later played for the Los Angeles Kings, Edmonton Oilers, and Calgary Flames, and was known as a physical power forward. He recorded 233 goals, 353 assists, and 586 points in 1,177 regular-season games.

Stanley Cup and achievements

Lucic was part of the Boston Bruins' 2011 Stanley Cup championship team. His career included multiple playoff runs and a long NHL career spanning 17 seasons.

Later career and retirement

After his NHL tenure, Lucic's final professional moves included a brief association with the Fife Flyers in the British Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL). He announced his retirement from hockey in June 2026.

Key facts

  • Played 1,177 regular-season NHL games over 17 seasons.
  • Recorded 233 goals, 353 assists, and 586 points in the NHL.
  • Won the Stanley Cup with the Boston Bruins in 2011.
  • Drafted by Boston in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.
  • Announced retirement from hockey in June 2026.
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Canadian context

Lucic is a Canadian-born player from Vancouver, and his career is part of the modern Canadian NHL player pipeline through major junior hockey and the WHL.

Frequently asked questions

What position did Milan Lucic play?
He played left wing and was commonly described as a power forward.
Which NHL teams did Milan Lucic play for?
He played for the Boston Bruins, Los Angeles Kings, Edmonton Oilers, and Calgary Flames.
Did Milan Lucic win the Stanley Cup?
Yes. He won the Stanley Cup with the Boston Bruins in 2011.
Where is Milan Lucic from?
He was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
When was Milan Lucic drafted?
He was drafted 50th overall by the Boston Bruins in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.
Is Milan Lucic retired?
Yes. He announced his retirement from hockey in June 2026.

References

  1. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/11104/milan-lucic
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, position, height, weight, shooting hand, draft position, and player profile.
  2. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/player/milan-lucic-8473473
    Supports: NHL teams, contract history, and official player record.
  3. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/news/milan-lucic-retires-from-nhl-after-17-seasons
    Supports: Career totals, Stanley Cup win, retirement, and NHL seasons played.
  4. CBC Sports — https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/milan-lucic-fife-flyers-british-elite-league-nhl-9.7021292
    Supports: Fife Flyers signing, Vancouver origin, NHL game total, Stanley Cup win, and final career context.