Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jason Robertson

How Jason Robertson built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Jason Robertson is an American professional ice hockey player currently playing left wing for the Dallas Stars in the NHL. He was drafted by the Stars in the second round, 39th overall, of the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. Robertson is known for his offensive skill and goal-scoring ability.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2015: Drafted by Kingston Frontenacs

In 2015, Jason Robertson was drafted by the Kingston Frontenacs of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL).

2016: Participated in All-American Prospects Game

In September 2016, Jason Robertson participated in the 2016 CCM/USA Hockey All-American Prospects Game at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

2016: Started the 2016-17 OHL season

Jason Robertson began the 2016–17 OHL season playing on Kingston's top offensive line with Warren Foegele and Ted Nichol.

2017: Attended Stars Training Camp

After attending the Dallas Stars' 2017 training camp, Jason Robertson returned to Kingston.

2017: Drafted by the Dallas Stars

In 2017, Jason Robertson was selected by the Dallas Stars in the second round, 39th overall, of the NHL entry draft.

March 7, 2018: Scored 100th OHL Goal

On March 7, 2018, Jason Robertson scored his 100th career OHL goal in a game against the Oshawa Generals.

2018: Signed with the Dallas Stars

At the end of the season in 2018, Jason Robertson signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Dallas Stars, as well as an amateur tryout contract to join the Texas Stars, Dallas's AHL affiliate, for their own playoff run.

2018: Trade to the Niagara IceDogs

Partway through the 2018–19 OHL season, Jason Robertson was traded to the Niagara IceDogs.

2019: Joins the Dallas Stars

In 2019, Jason Robertson joined the Dallas Stars, spending most of the year with the Texas Stars, Dallas's AHL affiliate.

2019: World Junior Championships

In 2019, Jason Robertson represented the United States at the World Junior Championships, securing a silver medal after losing to Finland in the championship match.

February 13, 2020: NHL Debut

On February 13, 2020, Jason Robertson was called up to the Dallas Stars for his NHL debut. He recorded his first NHL assist on Tyler Seguin's goal during the Stars' 3–2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

2020: Included in Stanley Cup Playoffs Bubble

In 2020, Jason Robertson was included in the Dallas Stars' quarantine bubble for the Stanley Cup playoffs but did not play.

2020: Named to Opening Night Roster

Jason Robertson was named to the Dallas Stars' opening night roster as a fourth-line winger in 2020.

2021: Calder Memorial Trophy Runner-Up

In 2021, Jason Robertson made the Dallas Stars' opening night roster and was the Calder Memorial Trophy runner-up, with 17 goals and 28 assists in 51 games.

2021: 2021 World Championship

In 2021, Jason Robertson represented the United States at the World Championship, where he was named team's player of the game twice. He finished the tournament with four goals and nine points in 10 games.

2021: First NHL Goal

On February 7, 2021, Jason Robertson scored his first NHL goal, deflecting a shot from Miro Heiskanen past Malcolm Subban of the Chicago Blackhawks.

March 4, 2022: First NHL Hat-Trick

On March 4, 2022, Jason Robertson recorded his first NHL hat-trick in his 100th career game, contributing to a 4–3 overtime win against the Winnipeg Jets.