History of Jackson LaCombe in Timeline

Jackson LaCombe is an American professional ice hockey defenseman and alternate captain for the Anaheim Ducks in the NHL. Drafted in 2019, he debuted in the NHL in 2023. LaCombe has represented the United States in international competitions, winning a gold medal at the 2025 World Championships. He was named to the 2026 Winter Olympics gold medal-winning team, though he did not play in the competition.

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1933: US Wins Gold Medal

In 2025, Jackson LaCombe helped the United states win their first gold medal at the World Championship since 1933.

January 9, 2001: Jackson LaCombe's birth

On January 9, 2001, Jackson Trevor LaCombe was born.

2016: USA Hockey Championship

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

2018: School Record for Points

During the 2018–19 season, Jackson LaCombe set a school record for points by a defenseman with 89 points during his senior year.

2019: Minnesota Golden Gophers 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: 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: World Junior Championships

In 2021, Jackson LaCombe represented the United States at the World Junior Championships, where he recorded one assist in six games and won 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.

2023: NHL Debut

In 2023, Jackson LaCombe made his NHL debut with the Anaheim Ducks.

January 20, 2024: First NHL Goal

On January 20, 2024, Jackson LaCombe scored his first NHL goal against the San Jose Sharks in a 5–3 loss.

October 2, 2025: Eight-Year Extension with the Ducks

On October 2, 2025, Jackson LaCombe signed an eight-year extension with the Anaheim Ducks, which was set to take effect at the start of the 2026–27 season.

2025: Senior National Team Debut

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

2025: Gold Medal at the World Championships

In 2025, Jackson LaCombe won a gold medal at the World Championships as part of the American national team.

January 21, 2026: Named to Winter Olympics Roster

On January 21, 2026, Jackson LaCombe was named to the United States' roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics, replacing the injured Seth Jones. LaCombe later joined the team on the podium to receive his gold medal.