[1][2] After playing three seasons of minor pro with the Wichita Thunder of the ECHL and the Bakersfield Condors of the American Hockey League (AHL), Desharnais was signed in March 2022 by the Oilers to a two-year, entry-level contract.

[3] During the 2022–23 season, Desharnais was recalled by the Oilers and played his first NHL game on January 11, 2023, a 6–2 victory against the Anaheim Ducks.

[4] Desharnais scored his first career NHL goal on October 29, 2023, in an outdoor game against the Calgary Flames where the Oilers won 5–2.

[5] On July 1, 2024, Desharnais signed a two-year, $4 million contract with the Vancouver Canucks as an unrestricted free agent.

[11] The award is presented annually to an NCAA student-athlete who makes significant contributions not only to his or her team but also to the community-at-large through leadership in volunteerism.