NHL Stats: Unpacking Jason Robertson’s Offensive Prowess

Jason Robertson has consistently ranked among the NHL’s elite offensive players over the past five seasons, providing the Dallas Stars – a perennial Stanley Cup contender – with a beacon of hope. Since the NHL’s implementation of puck and player tracking in the 2021-22 season, Robertson has solidified his position as a top performer, ranking ninth in both goals (192) and points (439 in 398 games).

A Championship Pursuit

The Dallas Stars, having reached the Western Conference Final in the last three seasons and the Stanley Cup Final in 2020, are determined to finally lift the Stanley Cup. Their first step in the 2026 postseason will be against the Minnesota Wild. Robertson’s contributions are crucial to this quest.

Robertson’s Impressive Numbers

This season, Robertson achieved a significant milestone, scoring 40 goals for the third time in his career (currently at 41, tied for eighth in the NHL). He also boasts career highs in power-play goals (14, tied for eighth) and average ice time (20:21 per game). Robertson leads the Stars in points, shots on goal (284), and game-winning goals (seven) this season, demonstrating his all-around offensive impact.

Line Chemistry and Team Success

Robertson thrives alongside high-scoring forwards Wyatt Johnston (82 points in 78 games) and Mikko Rantanen (74 in 60 games) on the Stars’ top line and first power play unit. This potent combination fuels Dallas’s impressive power-play percentage, currently second in the NHL at 28.7%, trailing only the Edmonton Oilers (29.7%). The Stars currently hold second place in the Western Conference standings with 104 points, behind the Colorado Avalanche (112 points).

Post-Olympic Surge & Advanced Stats

Despite being overlooked for the 2026 Winter Olympics roster, Robertson has continued to excel, amassing 25 points (9 goals, 16 assists) in 21 games since the Olympic break, including 13 power-play points since February 25th – tied for the NHL lead with Adam Fox.

Underlying Reasons for Offensive Dominance

• The Stars are one of only two teams with multiple 40-goal scorers (Johnston and Robertson), alongside the Minnesota Wild (Kaprizov and Boldy).
• Johnston leads the NHL in power-play goals (26) and is tied for the most high-danger goals (29).
• Robertson excels in all three goals-by-location categories:
• High-danger goals: 97th percentile
• Midrange goals: 94th percentile
• Long-range goals: 99th percentile
• Robertson is one of only two forwards (along with Nathan MacKinnon) to rank in the 90th percentile or higher in both shots and goals by location.

Robertson has demonstrably improved his ability to get into high-danger areas this season, recording over 100 high-danger shots on goal under new coach Glen Gulutzan, compared to 67 last season.

Skating Prowess

Robertson isn’t just a shooter; he’s a skater. He consistently ranks high in skating distance, demonstrating his relentless work ethic and commitment to the game. He’s in the 97th percentile or higher for miles skated at all strengths, even strength, and on the power play. His offensive zone time percentage (45.7, 91st percentile) further highlights his ability to maintain possession and create scoring opportunities.

Playoff Performance & Future Outlook

While Robertson shines in the regular season, his playoff performance has been more inconsistent, with 44 points (18 goals, 26 assists) in 56 career games. He’s shown flashes of brilliance in the Conference Finals, but Dallas has fallen short in those series. However, at 26 years old and entering his contract year, Robertson is poised to enter his prime and potentially deliver a dominant postseason performance. His chemistry with Roope Hintz, who has assisted on 27 of Robertson’s 76 goals over the past two seasons, adds another layer of potential to the Stars’ playoff run.

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