Mar 16, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4) in action during the game between the Dallas Stars and the Tampa Bay Lightning at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
The Dallas Stars signed defenseman Miro Heiskanen to an eight-year, $67.6 million contract extension on Saturday.
The pact will run through the 2028-29 season.
Star lock up Heiskanen long-term
Heiskanen, who turns 22 on Sunday, could have become a restricted free agent on July 28. He recorded 27 points (eight goals, 19 assists) in 55 games this past season and averaged a team-best 24:58 of ice time per contest.