Jason Dickinson is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre currently playing for the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League.
Born on July 4, 1995, in Georgetown, Ontario, he stands at 6 feet 2 inches and weighs around 200 pounds.
Selected by the Dallas Stars in the first round, 29th overall, of the 2013 NHL Entry Draft, Dickinson has built a reputation as a reliable two-way forward known for his defensive reliability, faceoff skills, and ability to contribute secondary scoring while suppressing opponents’ chances.
Over his NHL career, he has appeared in more than 550 games, accumulating dozens of goals and assists while playing a versatile role across multiple teams.
Siblings
Jason has an older sister named Rebecca, who played soccer and is noted for her skating ability despite not pursuing hockey professionally.
His younger brother, Josh Dickinson, born about two and a half years after Jason, followed a similar path into professional hockey.
Josh signed an entry-level contract with the Colorado Avalanche in 2018 and has played in various leagues, including the AHL and overseas.
Career
Dickinson began his junior career with the Guelph Storm of the Ontario Hockey League, where he was drafted in the second round of the 2011 OHL Priority Selection.
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He played four seasons with the Storm, recording strong offensive numbers and serving as a leader, including time as captain.
He earned recognition as a member of the OHL Second All-Rookie Team and participated in the CHL Top Prospects Game.
Internationally, he helped Canada win gold at the 2013 IIHF World U18 Championships.
After being drafted by Dallas, Dickinson made his professional debut with the Texas Stars in the American Hockey League.
He earned his first NHL call-up with the Dallas Stars, debuting in the 2015-16 season and scoring a goal in his first game.
He became a full-time NHL regular during the 2018-19 campaign, posting 22 points in 67 games.
Over several seasons with Dallas, he developed into a dependable shutdown forward and penalty-killer, contributing to the team’s deep playoff runs, including a trip to the 2020 Stanley Cup Final.
In 2021, Dickinson was traded to the Vancouver Canucks, where he played one season before signing with the Chicago Blackhawks as a free agent.
In Chicago, he took on increased responsibilities, including alternate captain duties, and enjoyed some of his most productive offensive seasons, such as a 35-point campaign in 2023-24.
He has since joined the Edmonton Oilers, continuing his career as a versatile centre.
Accolades
Dickinson’s junior accolades include selection to the OHL Second All-Rookie Team in 2011-12 and participation in the CHL Top Prospects Game during the 2012-13 season.
He was also named the Paul Fendley Memorial Scholastic Player of the Year with the Guelph Storm in 2012-13, recognizing his on-ice performance combined with academic achievement.
On the international stage, he captured a gold medal with Team Canada at the 2013 IIHF World U18 Hockey Championship.
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