Michael Grabner

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Records

Grabner's legacy is built on speed and resilience. He set a franchise record that has yet to be broken, and he remains one of the most successful Austrian players in NHL history. His ability to overcome a career-threatening eye injury and return to the ice is a testament to his mental strength. He paved the way for future Austrians, proving that players from non-traditional hockey markets can thrive in the NHL.

AwardsGrabner's trophy case is modest but meaningful. He was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team in 2011 and won NHL Rookie of the Month in February 2011. He was a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy, though he didn't win. His biggest individual honor is the Islanders' franchise rookie goal record, which still stands.

Records & Feats

Most goals by a New York Islanders rookie in a single season

Franchise Record·2011

Scored 34 goals in 2010-11, setting a franchise record.

Highest-drafted Austrian player in NHL history

Historic First·2006

Selected 14th overall in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.