What is Leon Draisaitl known for?

Leon Draisaitl is a German hockey star who has gained recognition in the NHL. Born in Cologne, Germany on October 27, 1995, Leon Draisaitl started his hockey career playing for local teams before being picked 3rd overall by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2014 NHL draft.

Leon Draisaitl is best known for his time with the Edmonton Oilers where he has established himself as a top player due to his impressive combination of size, skill, and intelligence. Standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 215 pounds, Leon Draisaitl is both physically imposing and capable of making creative plays.

In the 2019-2020 NHL season, Leon Draisaitl had a standout year, leading the league in scoring with 110 points and winning the Hart Memorial Trophy as the NHL’s MVP. This made Leon Draisaitl only the second German-born player to receive this award after Hall of Famer Ernie “Moose” Kosick.