History of Justin Barron in Timeline

Justin Barron is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman currently playing for the Nashville Predators in the NHL. Drafted in the first round, 25th overall, by the Colorado Avalanche in 2020, he previously played for the Montreal Canadiens. Barron is a skilled defenseman making his mark in professional hockey.

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November 15, 2001: Justin Barron's Birth

On November 15, 2001, Justin Barron was born. He is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman.

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2017: World U-17 Hockey Challenge

In 2017, Justin Barron represented Hockey Canada at the World U-17 Hockey Challenge, earning a silver medal.

2018: Hlinka Gretzky Cup Gold

In 2018, Justin Barron captured gold at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup with Canada's national under-18 team.

December 2020: World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

In December 2020, Justin Barron was selected to play for the national junior team at the annual World Junior Ice Hockey Championships. He had two assists in seven games, and Canada was defeated by the United States in the gold medal game.

2020: Named Mooseheads Captain

Ahead of the 2020–21 season, Barron was named captain of the Mooseheads franchise.

2020: Drafted by Colorado Avalanche

In 2020, Justin Barron was selected in the first round, 25th overall, by the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL entry draft.

April 27, 2021: Signed with Avalanche and Eagles

On April 27, 2021, Justin Barron signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Avalanche and an amateur tryout agreement with the Colorado Eagles.

December 15, 2021: NHL Debut

On December 15, 2021, Justin Barron made his NHL debut with the Avalanche in a game against the New York Rangers.

March 21, 2022: Traded to Montreal Canadiens

On March 21, 2022, Justin Barron was traded by the Avalanche to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for Artturi Lehkonen and a 2024 second-round draft pick.

2022: Assigned to Laval Rocket

After an underwhelming performance in the preseason of 2022, Justin Barron was assigned to the Laval Rocket.

2023: Free Agent Status

Following the 2023-24 season, Justin Barron became a restricted free agent.

2023: IIHF World Championship Gold Medal

Following the Montreal Canadiens' failure to qualify for the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs, Justin Barron accepted an invitation to join the national senior team at the 2023 IIHF World Championship, winning a gold medal.

June 30, 2024: Qualifying Offer by Canadiens

On June 30, 2024, Justin Barron, a restricted free agent, was tendered a qualifying offer by the Montreal Canadiens.

December 18, 2024: Traded to Nashville Predators

On December 18, 2024, Justin Barron was traded to the Nashville Predators in exchange for Alexandre Carrier.

2024: Reassigned to Laval Rocket

After the Canadiens failed to qualify for the 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs, Justin Barron was one of four players reassigned to Laval to end the season.

2024: Future Draft Pick

As part of the trade on March 21, 2022, that sent Justin Barron to the Montreal Canadiens, the Avalanche received a 2024 second-round draft pick.

2024: 100th Career NHL Game

Early into the 2024-25 season, Justin Barron skated in his 100th career NHL game on October 19, 2024, which resulted in a 4–3 shootout loss versus the New York Islanders.