History of Jackson LaCombe in Timeline

Jackson LaCombe is an American professional ice hockey defenseman currently playing for the Anaheim Ducks in the NHL. Drafted 39th overall in 2019 by the Ducks, he serves as an alternate captain for the team.

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1933: United States win gold medal

The United States won their first gold medal since 1933 at the 2025 World Championship, where Jackson LaCombe recorded two goals and three assists in 10 games.

January 9, 2001: Jackson LaCombe's Birth

On January 9, 2001, Jackson Trevor LaCombe was born. He is an American professional ice hockey player.

2016: USA Hockey Youth Tier I 14 U national championship

In 2016, Jackson LaCombe helped Shattuck-Saint Mary's win the USA Hockey Youth Tier I 14 U national championship.

2018: Set a school record for points by a defenseman

During his senior year in the 2018–19 season, Jackson LaCombe set a school record for points by a defenseman with 89 points at Shattuck-Saint Mary's.

2019: Began Collegiate Career

During the 2019-20 season, Jackson LaCombe began his collegiate career for the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

2019: Drafted by the Anaheim Ducks

In 2019, Jackson LaCombe was drafted 39th overall by the Anaheim Ducks in the NHL entry draft.

2020: Named to the All-Big Ten First Team

During the 2020–21 season, Jackson LaCombe was named to the All-Big Ten First Team and named an AHCA Second Team All-American.

2021: Won a gold medal at the World Junior Championships

In 2021, Jackson LaCombe represented the United States at the World Junior Championships, recording one assist in six games and winning a gold medal.

April 10, 2023: Signed by the Anaheim Ducks

On April 10, 2023, Jackson LaCombe was signed by the Anaheim Ducks to a two-year, entry-level contract.

January 20, 2024: Scored first NHL goal

On January 20, 2024, Jackson LaCombe scored his first NHL goal against the San Jose Sharks.

October 2, 2025: Signed eight-year extension with the Ducks

On October 2, 2025, Jackson LaCombe signed an eight-year extension with the Ducks, taking effect at the start of the 2026–27 season.

2025: Senior national team debut at the World Championship

In 2025, Jackson LaCombe made his senior national team debut for the United States at the World Championship, recording two goals and three assists in 10 games and helping the United States win their first gold medal since 1933.

January 21, 2026: Named to the United States' roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics

On January 21, 2026, Jackson LaCombe was named to the United States' roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics, replacing the injured Seth Jones. He got a gold medal despite not playing.