Lecavalier was drafted first overall by Tampa Bay in the 1998 NHL Entry Draft. On March 11, 2000, following his sophomore season, he was named captain, becoming the youngest captain in NHL history at 19 years and 11 months. Previously, Steve Yzerman had held that honour, having been named captain of the Detroit Red Wings at 21 years, 5 months. After winning the Stanley Cup with the Lightning in 2004, he was named most valuable player of the Canadian National Team in the 2004 World Cup of Hockey. Vincent was selected to play for Team Canada at the 2006 Olympics.

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