The 2024-25 NHL season is only a week old, but teams have already announced some significant contact extensions. The latest team to do so is the Dallas Stars, who just locked up franchise goaltender Jake Oettinger with an eight-year extension.
On Thursday, the Stars announced that Oettinger signed an eight-year extension worth $66 million. That puts his AAV at $82.5 million per season, and the new contract will run through the 2032-33 season.
That extension is the same one that Jeremy Swayman signed with the Boston Bruins earlier this month, and Oettinger has flashed the potential to be a true difference-maker on a Stanley Cup contender. In his first 196 NHL games, Oettinger has piled up 30 wins to go along with a 2.49 goals against average and a .948 save percentage.
NHL goaltenders have been filling their back accounts in the early portion of the season with Oettinger and Swayman leading the way. Beyond them, the Ottawa Senators have signed Linus Ullmark to a $32 million extension, and the Seattle Kraken rewarded Joey Daccord for his excellent 2023-24 campaign by giving him $25 million over the next five years.
As the contracts continue to roll in throughout the 2024-25 season, you can keep track of the most notable ones right here at CBS Sports.
Jake Oettinger signs eight-year extension with Dallas
Oettinger went through some struggles in the 2023-24 season, but he really elevated his game in the postseason. In 19 postseason appearances, Oettinger posted a .913 save percentage while saving 4.1 goals above average, per Natural Stat Trick.
Kraken lock up Joey Daccord for five more years
Linus Ullmark signs four-year extension with Senators
The Senators traded for Ullmark this offseason, and he will get a full-time workload for the first time since he was acquired by the Bruins in 2021. Ullmark did win the Vezina Trophy in 2023, so he can perform at an elite level, but he’ll have to do it more often in Ottawa.
Jeremy Swayman finally gets his bag from Boston
It was a contentious offseason between Swayman and the Bruins with both sides taking the negotiations public. In the end, Boston and Swayman were finally able to come to an agreement that keeps one of the best young goaltenders in a Bruins jersey for the foreseeable future.
The Dallas Stars have locked in their goaltender of the future, Jake Oettinger, with a massive eight-year, $66 million contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2024-25 NHL season. This deal solidifies Oettinger as a key piece of the Stars’ long-term plans and demonstrates the organization’s confidence in his abilities between the pipes.
Oettinger, a first-round pick (26th overall) in the 2017 NHL Draft, has quickly established himself as a rising star in the league. The 23-year-old netminder has shown tremendous potential in his young career, posting solid numbers and earning the trust of his teammates and coaching staff.
In the 2023-24 season, Oettinger has continued to impress, showcasing his athleticism, quick reflexes, and ability to make clutch saves in crucial moments. He has been a reliable presence in the crease for the Stars, providing stability and consistency in goal.
With this contract extension, Oettinger joins the ranks of elite goaltenders in the NHL who have secured long-term deals with their respective teams. The $66 million contract is a significant investment by the Stars, but it reflects their belief in Oettinger’s talent and potential to be a franchise cornerstone for years to come.
As Oettinger continues to develop and refine his game, he will be counted on to lead the Stars to success on the ice. His combination of skill, work ethic, and competitiveness make him a valuable asset for Dallas, and fans can look forward to watching him grow and evolve as a player.
Overall, Jake Oettinger’s contract extension is a positive development for the Dallas Stars and their fans. It signals a commitment to building a winning team and investing in young talent, and it sets the stage for Oettinger to continue making an impact in the NHL for years to come.
