DALLAS (105.3 The Fan) - The Dallas Stars have locked up one of their young defensemen, signing Esa Lindell to a six-year, $34.8 million extension.
Lindell, who will earn $5.8 million on the contract that will run through the 2024-25 season, was set to be a restricted free agent this offseason.
"Esa is a consummate professional who has proven himself dependable in every situation and is just an absolute workhorse," said Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill. "When you combine his strength, conditioning, hockey IQ and skill, he has become an integral part of this team. Along with John Klingberg and Miro Heiskanen, the three make up the foundation of a blueline that will not only be a strength for our club, but one that will be as good as any in the NHL for the foreseeable future."
Lindell, 24, recorded 32 points in 82 regular-season games played for Dallas this season. He's now the highest paid defenseman on the Stars roster, overtaking John Klingberg, who's earning $4.25 million per year for the next three seasons.
