Career Timeline of Jamie Benn: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Jamie Benn built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Jamie Benn is a Canadian professional ice hockey winger, known primarily as the captain of the Dallas Stars in the National Hockey League (NHL). He's recognized for his leadership role and skill on the ice. Benn has represented Canada in international competitions, further solidifying his reputation as a prominent hockey player.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2005: Played for the Peninsula Panthers

In 2005, Jamie Benn played for the Peninsula Panthers of the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League (VIJHL).

2006: Played for the Victoria Grizzlies

In 2006, Jamie Benn started playing for the Victoria Grizzlies of the Junior A British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL).

2007: Drafted by Dallas Stars

In 2007, Jamie Benn was drafted 129th overall by the Dallas Stars in the NHL entry draft from the Victoria Grizzlies.

2008: Continued with the Victoria Grizzlies

In 2008, Jamie Benn continued playing for the Victoria Grizzlies of the Junior A British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL).

2008: Played Rookie Season with Kelowna Rockets

In the 2007-08 season, Jamie Benn played his rookie season with the Kelowna Rockets in the WHL, scoring 65 points.

October 3, 2009: NHL Debut

On October 3, 2009, Jamie Benn made his NHL debut with the Dallas Stars in a 3–2 shootout loss to the Nashville Predators.

2009: Played all 82 games in his rookie season

In 2009, Jamie Benn played all 82 games for the Dallas Stars in his rookie season.

2009: Gold Medal at World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

In 2009, Jamie Benn represented Canada at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, where he helped capture a gold medal.

2009: World Junior Ice Hockey Championships Gold Medal

In 2009, Jamie Benn was named to Team Canada and won a gold medal at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.

2009: Ed Chynoweth Cup and Memorial Cup Tournament

In 2009, Jamie Benn won the Ed Chynoweth Cup with the Kelowna Rockets and was named to the Memorial Cup Tournament All-Star team.

2010: Calder Cup Playoffs

In 2010, Jamie Benn was sent to the Texas Stars for the Calder Cup playoffs, where the team reached the Calder Cup Finals.

February 2011: SuperSkills Competition Winner

In February 2011, Jamie Benn won the Accuracy Shooting contest during the All Star Game's SuperSkills Competition.

October 2, 2012: Signed with Hamburg Freezers

On October 2, 2012, Jamie Benn signed a contract with the Hamburg Freezers of the German DEL due to the NHL lockout.

2012: First Senior Team Representation

In 2012, Jamie Benn first represented the senior team at the IIHF World Championship.

January 24, 2013: Re-signed with Dallas Stars

On January 24, 2013, Jamie Benn re-signed with the Dallas Stars for a five-year contract worth $26.25 million.

September 19, 2013: Named Captain of the Dallas Stars

On September 19, 2013, Jamie Benn was named the sixth captain of the Dallas Stars.

2013: Olympic Team Selection Despite Not Being Invited to Orientation Camp

In 2013, despite not being invited to the orientation camp, Jamie Benn was selected for the Canadian Olympic hockey team for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.

January 7, 2014: Named to Canadian Olympic Team

On January 7, 2014, Jamie Benn was named to the Canadian Olympic hockey team for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.

January 23, 2014: Scored 100th NHL Goal

On January 23, 2014, Jamie Benn recorded his 100th NHL goal in a 7–1 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

2014: Gold Medal at the Winter Olympics

In 2014, Jamie Benn won a gold medal with Team Canada at the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.

2014: Art Ross Trophy Winner

In the 2014-2015 season, Jamie Benn won the Art Ross Trophy as the league's leader in points, finishing the season with 87 points.

February 17, 2015: First Career Hat Trick

On February 17, 2015, Jamie Benn scored his first career hat trick in a 4-1 win over the St. Louis Blues.

2015: Career High in Goals and Points

During the 2015-2016 season, Jamie Benn recorded a career high of 41 goals and 89 points.

July 15, 2016: Signed Contract Extension with Dallas Stars

On July 15, 2016, Jamie Benn agreed to an eight-year, $76 million contract extension with the Dallas Stars.

February 27, 2020: Scored 300th NHL Goal

On February 27, 2020, Jamie Benn recorded his 300th NHL goal in a 4–3 loss to the Boston Bruins.

2020: Stanley Cup Finals Appearance

In 2020, under Jamie Benn's leadership, the Dallas Stars reached the Stanley Cup Finals.

April 8, 2021: Recorded 400th Career NHL Assist

On April 8, 2021, Jamie Benn recorded his 400th career NHL assist on a goal by Roope Hintz in a 5–1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.

2022: Played all 82 games of the season

In the 2022-2023 NHL season, Jamie Benn played all 82 games.

February 6, 2023: Played 1,000th NHL Game

On February 6, 2023, Jamie Benn played his 1,000th NHL game, becoming the second player to play all 1,000 games with the Stars.

December 11, 2023: Recorded 500th NHL Assist

On December 11, 2023, Jamie Benn recorded his 500th NHL assist on a goal by Miro Heiskanen in a 6–3 win over the Detroit Red Wings.

2024: Playoffs and Western Conference Finals Appearance

In the 2023-2024 season, Jamie Benn and the Stars had another lengthy playoff run, reaching the Western Conference Finals for the second consecutive year.

2024: Contract End Year

Jamie Benn's eight-year, $76 million contract extension with the Dallas Stars that he signed in 2016 runs through the 2024-25 NHL season.

June 26, 2025: Agreed to one-year contract extension

On June 26, 2025, Jamie Benn agreed to a one-year, $1 million contract extension with $3 million in potential performance bonuses that runs through the 2025-26 NHL season.