History of Jason Robertson in Timeline

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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July 22, 1999: Jason Robertson Born

On July 22, 1999, Jason Robertson was born. He is now a professional ice hockey player.

1999: Year of Birth

Jason Robertson was born in the year 1999.

2000: Mention of Mike Zigomanis

In 2018, Jason Robertson became the first Frontenac to record 40 goals in consecutive seasons since Mike Zigomanis in 2000 and 2001.

2001: Mention of Mike Zigomanis

In 2018, Jason Robertson became the first Frontenac to record 40 goals in consecutive seasons since Mike Zigomanis in 2000 and 2001.

2015: Jamie Benn's Season

In 2015, Jamie Benn had the most goals in a season before Jason Robertson surpassed this record.

2015: Played in the OHL Cup

In 2015, Jason Robertson also played in the OHL Cup, where his team finished second to the Toronto Marlboros.

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: Filip Forsberg's Hat-Tricks

In 2017, Filip Forsberg recorded hat-tricks before Jason Robertson became the next NHL player under the age of 23 to do so in consecutive games.

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: Offensive Tear in the 2018-19 Season

Jason Robertson began the 2018–19 season on an offensive tear. He was named both the OHL On the Run Player of the Week and a Canadian Hockey League Top Performer of the Week for the week ending November 11.

2018: Continued Offensive Performance

Jason Robertson continued his offensive performance on his new team in 2018, and he was named the OHL Player of the Month in November after recording 12 goals and 30 points in 12 games between the two teams.

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.

2019: Won Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy

In 2019, Jason Robertson won the Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy and the CHL Top Scorer Award with 48 goals and 117 points in 62 games.

2019: Nick Robertson Drafted

In 2019, Jason Robertson's younger brother, Nick, was selected by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the second round of the NHL entry draft.

January 2020: Alexander Ovechkin's Hat-Tricks

In January 2020, Alexander Ovechkin recorded hat-tricks before Jason Robertson became the next NHL player to do so in consecutive games.

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: Shoulder Injury

In 2021, Jason Robertson missed the first seven games of the 2021-22 season due to a shoulder injury.

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.