After missing 19 games last season due to a punctured lung, Jamie Benn is set to resume his role as the Dallas Stars’ captain for a milestone 18th year in the league. The club announced a one‑year agreement that guarantees a $850,000 base salary, with performance bonuses that could add another $1.15 million to his earnings.
A Contract Built on Experience
Benn’s career numbers speak to his durability and impact: he has skated in 1,252 regular‑season games, recorded 414 goals and 992 total points, and contributed 80 points in 126 playoff appearances. His offensive output last season included 15 goals and 21 assists, while he earned $2 million in bonuses on top of his base salary.
Coach Glen Gulutzan and longtime teammate Tyler Seguin have both voiced their desire to see Benn continue skating, emphasizing that his leadership and veteran presence are invaluable as the team looks to extend its recent streak of Western Conference final appearances.
Looking Forward
The Stars have reached the Western Conference final in each of the past three seasons, but an early postseason exit this year has only heightened the urgency to contend. With Benn back in the lineup, the organization hopes his experience and clutch performances will translate into a genuine shot at the Stanley Cup, a goal he has chased throughout his 18‑year career.