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Jason Robertson signs $12M deal with Dallas Stars to avoid arbitration hearing

Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from NBC DFW · July 22, 2026 · 3 min read

Jason Robertson and the Dallas Stars will avoid a salary arbitration hearing after the high-scoring forward signed a $12 million contract for next season. The Stars announced the deal Tuesday night, a day before Robertson’s 27th birthday and 2 1/2 weeks after he had filed for arbitration. “Jason has

Why this matters in The Fort Worth

The Dallas Stars' deal with Jason Robertson has significant implications for the team's future in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. With Robertson's $12 million salary for the 2026-27 season, the Stars will need to carefully manage their salary cap, which is set to increase by $9.5 million ahead of next season. The team's ability to retain Robertson long-term will depend on their willingness to meet his desired annual salary of $14 million or more. If not, the Stars may consider trading him to avoid losing him to free agency. This could have a ripple effect on the team's roster and performance, potentially impacting their popularity and attendance at games in the metroplex. As the fifth-largest city in Texas, Fort Worth and its surrounding areas have a strong following for the Stars, and the team's success on the ice can have a significant impact on local interest and engagement.

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Category: arts · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: NBC DFW · Reading time: 3 min

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Jason Robertson signs $12M deal with Dallas Stars to avoid arbitration hearing

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