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Jaret Anderson-Dolan
View on WikipediaJaret Lynn Anderson-Dolan (born September 12, 1999) is a Canadian professional ice hockey forward currently playing for the Manitoba Moose in the American Hockey League (AHL) while under contract to the Winnipeg Jets of the National Hockey League (NHL).[1] Anderson-Dolan was selected in the second round of the 2017 NHL entry draft, 41st overall, by the Los Angeles Kings.
Key Information
Playing career
[edit]Junior
[edit]As a 14-year old with the Edge School Mountaineers Bantam AAA team, Anderson-Dolan scored 103 points in 50 games.[2]
Anderson-Dolan was drafted 14th in the 2014 WHL Bantam Draft to the Spokane Chiefs.[3] He was expected to be one of the top 5 selections but slipped because some teams did not want to draft him because of his family situation.[3] He put up 76 points in 72 regular season games in his sophomore 2016–17 season.[4] He ended the season as the 21st ranked North American skater by NHL Central Scouting.[5]
Professional
[edit]Anderson-Dolan was drafted 41st overall in the 2nd round of the 2017 NHL Entry Draft by the Los Angeles Kings.[6][7] He signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Kings on September 25, 2017.[8]
After completing the 2017–18 season with the Chiefs, Anderson-Dolan was loaned to the Kings American Hockey League affiliate, the Ontario Reign, on April 6, 2018.[9]
After attending the Kings training camp, Anderson-Dolan was named to the Kings opening night roster.[10] Sitting as a healthy scratch for the Kings first game on October 5,[11] he made his NHL debut on October 7 against the Detroit Red Wings. By making his debut, Anderson-Dolan became the youngest Kings player since Craig Redmond in 1984[12] and 10th youngest in franchise history.[13] Two games later on October 11, he recorded his first career NHL point, an assist on Michael Amadio's goal, in a 3–0 win over the Montreal Canadiens.[14] He was reassigned to the Spokane Chiefs on October 22, after playing in five NHL games and earning one point,[15] and in the same day was added to Team WHL to compete at the 2018 CHL Canada/Russia Series.[16] The following day, Anderson-Dolan was named co-captain of the Chiefs alongside Ty Smith.[17] On March 16, 2019, Anderson-Dolan was awarded the Chiefs' Players' Player award for the 2018–19 season.[18]
In the 2020–21 season, the Kings named Anderson-Dolan to their taxi squad.[19] He was recalled to the active roster on February 5, 2021, and on February 7 scored his first NHL goal on Robin Lehner in a 4–3 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights.[20]
As a restricted free agent, Anderson-Dolan was signed to a one-year, two-way contract extension with the Kings on July 23, 2022.[21] In the following 2022–23 season, Anderson-Dolan collected his first career multi-goal game in the NHL on January 22, 2023, scoring both Kings goals in a 2–1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.[22]
During the 2023–24 season, following 30 games with the Kings, contributing just 4 points, Anderson-Dolan was claimed by the Nashville Predators off waivers on March 7, 2024.[23] He remained on the Predators roster for the remainder of the season, making a lone appearance.
Leaving the Predators as a free agent, Anderson-Dolan signed a two-year, $1.55 million contract with the Winnipeg Jets on July 2, 2024.[24]
International play
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| Representing | ||
| Ice hockey | ||
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| 2021 Latvia | ||
On April 12, 2017, Anderson-Dolan was selected as team captain to represent Canada at the 2017 IIHF World U18 Championships.[25][26] Team Canada was eliminated in the quarter-finals against Sweden.[27]
On December 25, 2018, Anderson-Dolan was named an alternate captain for Team Canada, along with Evan Bouchard and Ian Mitchell, for the 2019 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.[28]
In May 2021, Anderson-Dolan joined Team Canada at the 2021 IIHF World Championship for his first senior international tournament. He was named Canada's player of the game following their May 28 win against Kazakhstan.[29]
Personal life
[edit]Prior to his draft year, Anderson-Dolan's personal life drew significant interest from hockey personnel. Anderson-Dolan and his older brother, Dorian were raised by two mothers, Fran and Nancy. As a result of his upbringing, Anderson-Dolan has been active in promoting support for the LGBTQ community and in efforts to end homophobia, and became the first NHL player to have been raised from a same-sex marriage. [30][3] Both of his mothers were hockey players, and he learned to skate from mother Fran, his first coach.[31]
Career statistics
[edit]Regular season and playoffs
[edit]| Regular season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | League | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | ||
| 2014–15 | Spokane Chiefs | WHL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2015–16 | Spokane Chiefs | WHL | 65 | 14 | 12 | 26 | 21 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | ||
| 2016–17 | Spokane Chiefs | WHL | 72 | 39 | 37 | 76 | 22 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2017–18 | Spokane Chiefs | WHL | 70 | 40 | 51 | 91 | 27 | 7 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 4 | ||
| 2017–18 | Ontario Reign | AHL | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2018–19 | Los Angeles Kings | NHL | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2018–19 | Spokane Chiefs | WHL | 32 | 20 | 23 | 43 | 15 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 8 | ||
| 2019–20 | Ontario Reign | AHL | 53 | 8 | 20 | 28 | 31 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2019–20 | Los Angeles Kings | NHL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2020–21 | Los Angeles Kings | NHL | 34 | 7 | 4 | 11 | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2021–22 | Ontario Reign | AHL | 54 | 24 | 23 | 47 | 51 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | ||
| 2021–22 | Los Angeles Kings | NHL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2022–23 | Los Angeles Kings | NHL | 46 | 7 | 5 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2023–24 | Los Angeles Kings | NHL | 30 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2023–24 | Ontario Reign | AHL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2023–24 | Nashville Predators | NHL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2024–25 | Manitoba Moose | AHL | 51 | 7 | 12 | 19 | 30 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2024–25 | Winnipeg Jets | NHL | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | ||
| NHL totals | 134 | 15 | 14 | 29 | 22 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | ||||
International
[edit]| Year | Team | Event | Result | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Canada White | U17 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 8 | ||
| 2017 | Canada | U18 | 5th | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2019 | Canada | WJC | 6th | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2021 | Canada | WC | 10 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | ||
| Junior totals | 16 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 14 | ||||
| Senior totals | 10 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | ||||
References
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Jaret Anderson-Dolan scored his first NHL goal for Los Angeles (3-6-2), which lost its fourth consecutive game despite scoring on its first two shots on goal.
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External links
[edit]- Biographical information and career statistics from NHL.com, or Eliteprospects.com, or The Internet Hockey Database
Jaret Anderson-Dolan
View on GrokipediaEarly life and background
Family and upbringing
Jaret Anderson-Dolan was born on September 12, 1999, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.[8][2] He was raised in Calgary by his two mothers, Fran and Nancy Anderson-Dolan, alongside his older brother Dorian.[9][10] The family emphasized healthy living, with Nancy operating a business in food addiction treatment that promoted organic meals at home.[11] Like many Canadian families pursuing youth hockey, Fran and Nancy made substantial sacrifices to support Anderson-Dolan's early development in the sport, including travel and training commitments.[5][12] Anderson-Dolan has credited their influence for instilling discipline and a strong work ethic, while noting the presence of several openly gay aunts and uncles in the extended family.[13]Initial hockey development
Anderson-Dolan began playing minor hockey in Calgary, Alberta, progressing through local associations before joining the Edge School program, a hockey academy focused on elite youth development.[14] At Edge, he competed in AAA and preparatory levels, honing skills in a competitive environment that emphasized both academics and athletics.[15] In the 2013-14 season, during his bantam AAA eligibility, Anderson-Dolan played for a Calgary-based team and participated in the Alberta Cup tournament in Strathmore, where his performance contributed to recognition as an emerging talent.[15] He was subsequently awarded Alberta Minor Hockey Player of the Year for 2014 by Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada, highlighting his scoring prowess and on-ice leadership at the under-15 level.[15] Advancing to midget prep with the Edge School Mountaineers, Anderson-Dolan recorded 138 points in 60 games during the 2014-15 season, demonstrating strong offensive instincts and playmaking ability.[14] This performance earned him selection in the 2014 Western Hockey League (WHL) Bantam Draft, where the Spokane Chiefs chose him 14th overall in the first round, marking his transition toward major junior eligibility.[16] His early development emphasized a two-way game, combining goal-scoring with defensive reliability, traits scouted early for professional potential.[17]Junior career
Spokane Chiefs tenure
Anderson-Dolan was selected by the Spokane Chiefs in the first round, 14th overall, of the 2014 WHL Bantam Draft.[2] He made his professional debut with the team during the 2014–15 season, appearing in five regular-season games without recording a point, and one playoff game.[2] In the 2015–16 season, his first as a full-time player, Anderson-Dolan recorded 14 goals and 12 assists for 26 points in 65 games.[2] He contributed three playoff points (1 goal, 2 assists) in six games as the Chiefs advanced in the first round.[2] The following year, 2016–17, he emerged as a top scorer, tallying 39 goals and 37 assists for 76 points in 72 games, including serving as an alternate captain.[2] His production surged again in 2017–18, when he led the team with 40 goals and 91 points in 70 games, earning selection to the WHL West First All-Star Team and participating in the 2017–18 CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game.[3][2] That postseason, he added nine points (2 goals, 7 assists) in seven games.[2]| Season | GP | G | A | Pts | +/- | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 | 0 |
| 2015–16 | 65 | 14 | 12 | 26 | -7 | 21 |
| 2016–17 | 72 | 39 | 37 | 76 | +4 | 22 |
| 2017–18 | 70 | 40 | 51 | 91 | +9 | 27 |
| 2018–19 | 32 | 20 | 23 | 43 | +9 | 15 |
Draft and scouting reports
Anderson-Dolan was selected by the Los Angeles Kings in the second round, 41st overall, of the 2017 NHL Entry Draft after posting 71 points (39 goals, 32 assists) in 65 games with the Spokane Chiefs during the 2016–17 WHL season.[2] Entering the draft as one of the younger eligible prospects—having turned 18 just after the event—he ranked 21st among North American skaters in NHL Central Scouting's final rankings, up from 40th in the midterm list, reflecting his late-season surge in production and visibility.[21] Some evaluators viewed him as first-round caliber due to his rapid improvement and skill set, though he fell to the second round amid concerns over size and projection.[22] Scouting reports highlighted Anderson-Dolan's high compete level, relentless work ethic, and fast-paced style as primary strengths, positioning him as a tenacious center capable of driving play through the neutral zone with quick transitions and effective forechecking.[14][23] His scoring touch was evident in junior, where his 39 goals ranked second among WHL first-time draft-eligible forwards, supported by a quick release and willingness to attack high-danger areas, though scouts noted his shot occasionally lacked top-end power.[24] Defensively, he showed responsibility without hesitation, contributing energy and physicality relative to his frame, but his 5-foot-11 stature (listed at 185–188 pounds pre-draft) raised flags for NHL translation, potentially limiting him to a bottom-six role with moderate offensive ceiling rather than top-line projection.[7][25] International Scouting Services ranked him 31st overall, emphasizing near-universal positives in mobility and hockey sense but echoing size-related caveats.[25] Overall, profiles projected him as a reliable, energy-line contributor with pro potential, contingent on adding strength and refining his puck pursuit.[23][26]Professional career
Los Angeles Kings organization
Anderson-Dolan was selected by the Los Angeles Kings in the second round, 41st overall, of the 2017 NHL Entry Draft.[2] Following his junior season with the Spokane Chiefs, he signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Kings and was loaned to their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Ontario Reign, on April 6, 2018, where he made his professional debut that evening against the San Diego Gulls, recording an assist the following day.[4] Over the next several seasons, he split time between the Reign and the Kings, accumulating 77 points in 112 AHL games with Ontario through the 2022–23 season.[27] He made his NHL debut with the Kings on October 7, 2018, against the Detroit Red Wings, becoming one of the youngest players to appear for the franchise at age 19.[4] After appearing in five games, he was reassigned to develop further in the AHL and junior ranks.[28] Anderson-Dolan scored his first NHL goal on February 7, 2021, against the Vegas Golden Knights, tying the game in the second period during his 11th career appearance.[29] His most productive season came in 2022–23, when he recorded 12 points (7 goals, 5 assists) in 46 games for the Kings, including his first multi-goal game on January 22, 2023, against the Vegas Golden Knights.[3] The Kings re-signed Anderson-Dolan to a one-year, two-way contract extension on July 23, 2022, followed by another one-year deal on July 1, 2023.[30] [27] During the 2023–24 season, he appeared in 30 games for Los Angeles, contributing 4 points (1 goal, 3 assists), before being placed on waivers and claimed by the Nashville Predators, ending his tenure with the organization after accumulating 28 points (15 goals, 13 assists) in 126 NHL games primarily as a bottom-six forward.[3] [31]Nashville Predators stint
On March 7, 2024, the Nashville Predators claimed center Jaret Anderson-Dolan off waivers from the Los Angeles Kings, adding depth to their forward group ahead of the NHL trade deadline.[32] [33] The move came as the Predators sought to bolster their bottom-six options amid a competitive push for playoffs, with Anderson-Dolan bringing experience from 126 prior NHL games primarily with the Kings.[34] Anderson-Dolan appeared in one game for the Predators during the 2023–24 regular season, logging limited ice time on April 13, 2024, against an opponent without recording a point, shot, or penalty.[3] [35] He did not feature in the Predators' postseason, as the team was eliminated in the first round by the Vancouver Canucks. No assignments to Nashville's AHL affiliate, the Milwaukee Admirals, were reported during his tenure.[3] Following the season, the Predators declined to extend a qualifying offer to the restricted free agent, allowing Anderson-Dolan to enter unrestricted free agency on July 1, 2024.[36] He subsequently signed a two-year contract with the Winnipeg Jets.[37]Winnipeg Jets period
On July 2, 2024, the Winnipeg Jets signed Anderson-Dolan to a two-year, $1.55 million contract with an average annual value of $775,000, marking his first agreement with the organization after stints with the Los Angeles Kings and Nashville Predators.[38][39] In the 2024–25 season, Anderson-Dolan spent the majority of his time with the Jets' American Hockey League affiliate, the Manitoba Moose, where he recorded 7 goals and 12 assists for 19 points, along with 30 penalty minutes, over 51 regular-season games.[6] He was recalled to the NHL roster on February 26, 2025, and appeared in limited regular-season action, registering 1 assist across 7 games.[40][41] Anderson-Dolan then contributed to the Jets' playoff run, scoring his first career NHL playoff goal—a tip-in assisted by Morgan Barron and Luke Schenn—in a 5–3 victory over the St. Louis Blues in Game 1 of their first-round series on April 19, 2025.[42][43] Entering the 2025–26 season, Anderson-Dolan earned 1 assist and a +3 plus-minus rating in his initial NHL appearances before the Jets placed him on waivers on October 1, 2025, as part of training camp roster reductions; he cleared waivers the following day and was presumably reassigned to the Manitoba Moose.[44][6][45]International career
Senior international play
Anderson-Dolan made his senior debut with Team Canada at the 2021 IIHF World Championship, held from May 21 to June 6 in Riga, Latvia.[3] Selected while playing for the Ontario Reign in the American Hockey League, he filled a bottom-six forward role amid injuries to higher-profile NHL players.[46] In 10 tournament games, Anderson-Dolan recorded 0 goals and 2 assists for 2 points, averaging 10:45 of ice time per game while contributing on the penalty kill.[3] Canada defeated Finland 2–1 in the gold medal game on June 6, securing the nation's first world championship title since 2016.[3] No further senior international appearances for Anderson-Dolan have been recorded as of October 2025.[3]Medal achievements
Anderson-Dolan won a gold medal with Team Canada White at the 2015 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge, held in Wood Buffalo, Alberta, where the team defeated the United States 3–1 in the championship game on November 8, 2015.[4] In his senior international debut, he helped Canada secure gold at the 2021 IIHF World Championship in Riga, Latvia, and Minsk, Belarus, registering 2 assists in 10 games during the tournament, which Canada won 1–0 against Finland in the final on June 6, 2021.[4] These represent his only international medals to date, with no further senior tournament medals recorded as of October 2025.[2]Playing style and attributes
Strengths and skill set
Anderson-Dolan excels in skating speed and acceleration, utilizing a strong stride and quick first step to drive play through all zones, transition effectively, and pressure opponents on the forecheck. His low center of gravity aids balance and quick pivots, allowing him to protect the puck, fight through checks, and access high-danger areas despite his 5-foot-11 frame.[23][14][25] A highly competitive and hardworking forward, he demonstrates tenacity around the net, forcing turnovers and recovering pucks through persistent effort and above-average hockey sense. His two-way game includes strong defensive reads, penalty-killing reliability, and aggressive forechecking, complemented by quick hands for puck handling, a rapid-release shot with velocity, and vision for playmaking on the power play.[23][14][25] Versatility enables him to adapt between gritty and finesse styles at center or wing.[14][23]Areas of criticism and development
Scouts evaluating Jaret Anderson-Dolan prior to the 2017 NHL Entry Draft highlighted deficiencies in his defensive game, particularly positioning, which required refinement to elevate his overall reliability.[25] Defensive capabilities were flagged as a concern, remaining a developmental priority even after his selection by the Los Angeles Kings.[14] Offensively, his shot was criticized for lacking sufficient power, potentially limiting scoring threat at higher levels.[25] Early doubts centered on the sustainability of his production, with some attributing his 2016-17 WHL breakout (76 points in 72 games) partly to linemate Kailer Yamamoto rather than independent skill, compounded by modest prior seasons (e.g., 26 points in 65 games in 2015-16).[25][23] Anderson-Dolan's international showing as captain at the 2017 IIHF World Under-18 Championship underscored these issues, yielding zero points in five games amid Canada's disappointing tournament exit.[25] Projections consistently limit him to a bottom-six NHL role with constrained offensive ceiling, reflecting persistent challenges in securing consistent big-league ice time across 127 games (28 points total as of 2025).[23] Development efforts have emphasized offensive consistency and playmaking under pressure, as seen in AHL stints where he targeted point-per-game output, though NHL adaptation remains ongoing amid shuttling between leagues.[47] Hockey media has noted broader growth needs, including post-playoff critiques urging accelerated maturation to meet expectations as a second-round pick.[48]Career statistics
NHL and AHL regular season and playoffs
NHL regular season| Season | Team | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018–19 | Los Angeles Kings | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | -2 |
| 2019–20 | Los Angeles Kings | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 |
| 2020–21 | Los Angeles Kings | 34 | 7 | 4 | 11 | 6 | -9 |
| 2021–22 | Los Angeles Kings | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -3 |
| 2022–23 | Los Angeles Kings | 46 | 7 | 5 | 12 | 2 | -11 |
| 2023–24 | Los Angeles Kings | 30 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -4 |
| 2023–24 | Nashville Predators | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 |
| 2024–25 | Winnipeg Jets | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | +3 |
| Total | 134 | 15 | 14 | 29 | 22 | -28 |
| Season | Team | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–23 | Los Angeles Kings | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024–25 | Winnipeg Jets | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -1 |
| Total | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -1 |
| Season | Team | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–18 | Ontario Reign | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | +1 |
| 2019–20 | Ontario Reign | 53 | 8 | 20 | 28 | 31 | -3 |
| 2021–22 | Ontario Reign | 54 | 24 | 23 | 47 | 51 | +9 |
| 2023–24 | Ontario Reign | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | +2 |
| 2024–25 | Manitoba Moose | 51 | 7 | 12 | 19 | 30 | -33 |
| 2025–26 | Manitoba Moose | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | -7 |
| Total | 172 | 41 | 58 | 99 | 114 | -31 |
| Season | Team | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–18 | Ontario Reign | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4 |
| 2021–22 | Ontario Reign | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | -9 |
| Total | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | -13 |
