Jason Robertson Nets $12M Deal to Stay with Dallas Stars

Deal Secured Before Arbitration

The Stars avoided a hearing by finalizing a one‑year, $12 million contract with Robertson. The agreement was announced Tuesday night, just a day before his 27th birthday. It came roughly two and a half weeks after Robertson filed for arbitration, locking in his place on the roster.

General manager Jim Nill praised the forward as a key figure since the 2017 draft, highlighting his offensive impact. Robertson’s new salary ties him with Mikko Rantanen as the highest‑paid Stars skater at $12 million for the 2026‑27 season. The deal also signals Dallas’s intent to retain a top scorer heading into the next season.

Robertson’s Season Recap

He finished the most recent campaign with a team‑best 96 points, including 45 goals and 51 assists. This marked his third 40‑goal season and wrapped up the $31 million, four‑year contract he signed in 2022. In 456 regular‑season games, his career totals sit at 490 points (213 goals, 277 assists) with Dallas.

He has logged all 328 regular‑season games over the past four years, producing 365 points (155 goals, 210 assists) during that span. The forward’s consistent production has made him a reliable offensive engine for the Stars.

Context of Trade Possibilities

Earlier in the year, Dallas had a sign‑and‑trade arrangement that would have sent Robertson to Seattle for the seventh overall pick. The Kraken’s proposed eight‑year, $120 million contract ($15 million per season) was not acceptable to the player. Robertson’s decision to stay in Dallas removes that potential swap from the schedule.

Rantanen’s recent $96 million, eight‑year extension, finalized after a deadline trade from Carolina in March 2025, sets a financial benchmark for Dallas’s top earners. With Robertson now locked in, the Stars maintain a high‑profile scoring duo without added risk.

What It Means for Dallas

Retaining Robertson guarantees the Stars a proven scorer who can become an unrestricted free agent next summer. The one‑year structure gives Dallas flexibility while securing immediate offensive depth. Fans can expect the team to build around a stable of top‑line forwards anchored by Robertson’s consistent scoring.

The contract also reflects the organization’s confidence in his ability to perform under pressure, especially after a season that highlighted his role as a 40‑goal scorer. As the Stars prepare for the next playoff push, Robertson’s presence adds a reliable weapon to their arsenal.