The Chicago Blackhawks have emerged as a potential dark-horse contender in the growing Jason Robertson saga, as uncertainty continues to surround the Dallas Stars winger’s contract situation.
NHL analyst Marco D’Amico recently identified Chicago as one of several teams quietly monitoring Robertson’s status ahead of the July 1 offer-sheet period.
“There are a few teams monitoring the Jason Robertson situation in Dallas like Ottawa, Montreal, etc.,” D’Amico wrote on X. “An offer over $12M was refused to stay in Dallas and things are coming to a head with a threat of offer sheet looming. That price point outside of Dallas will be bonkers though.”
The comments highlight the growing pressure facing the Stars. Robertson is coming off a 96-point season and remains one of the league’s most productive wingers. Last season, he scored 45 goals, which was his 3rd 40-goal season. However, Dallas is reportedly struggling to bridge a significant contract gap with the restricted free agent.
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Why Chicago Blackhawks makes sense for Jason Robertson?
D’Amico later expanded on the list of possible suitors, including the Blackhawks, Utah Mammoth, New York Rangers, and Columbus Blue Jackets
“Teams I think could be real sneaky in here are Utah, Chicago, NYR, Columbus, etc.,” he wrote.
From a roster-building perspective, Chicago stands out for several reasons. The Blackhawks have cap space, trade assets, and a clear need for elite scoring talent alongside franchise centerpiece Connor Bedard.
Chicago finished the 2025-26 season with a 29-39-14 record and missed the playoffs. While Bedard continued his rise toward superstardom, the club lacked another proven top-line offensive threat.
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Robertson would immediately change that equation.
The 26-year-old has recorded at least 80 points in four straight seasons and played all 82 games in each campaign. His combination of size (stands 6′ 3″), finishing ability, and playmaking would give Chicago a legitimate first-line winger capable of matching Bedard’s offensive creativity.
Dallas still controls the Jason Robertson situation
While the speculation is understandable, acquiring Robertson will not be easy.
D’Amico cautioned that the market could become extremely aggressive as July 1 approaches.
“Things, however, can change pretty quickly with a deadline like July 1st coming with offer sheets,” he wrote. “It could create a bidding war, even for an RFA.”
The Stars still hold Robertson’s rights and can match any offer sheet. They can also continue exploring trades to create cap flexibility and avoid losing a franchise player.
For Chicago, the opportunity is obvious. Few elite forwards become available at Robertson’s age and production level.
The challenge is determining how much is too much. A contract approaching $14 million annually, combined with the compensation required in an offer-sheet scenario, would represent a massive investment.
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Still, if the Blackhawks truly believe their rebuild is entering its next phase, Robertson is exactly the type of player worth pursuing. That is why Chicago remains one of the most intriguing teams to watch as this situation develops.
