Hockey

Dallas Stars sign goaltender Oettinger to $66 million contract

The Dallas Stars have announced a contract extension with goaltender Jake Oettinger.

The new deal for the 25-year-old National Hockey League (NHL) netminder spans eight years and is valued at $66 million, with an annual cap hit of $8.25 million.

"Jake has established himself as one of the elite goaltenders in the NHL. His unique blend of poise, size, athleticism, and mental toughness has helped our team reach new heights since he’s taken over the net. He is an integral part of our core that will allow us to contend for the Stanley Cup this season, but also for many years to come.

Off the ice, Jake is a leader in our team’s community efforts and is always willing to give his time and resources. I’m pleased that Jake and his wife Kennedi will be part of our family for many years to come," said Dallas General Manager Jim Nill in the club's press release.

Dallas selected Jake Oettinger 26th overall in the 2017 NHL Draft. In 2019, he signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Stars. During his career with the team, the American goaltender has played 196 games, recording 11 shutouts with a save percentage of 91.4% and a goals-against average of 2.49.

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