Dallas Stars
· 2026-07-02
The Dallas Stars have signed forwards Arttu Hyry and Artem Shlaine and goaltender Brandon Halverson, announced General Manager Jim Nill.
The team signed Hyry to a two-year contract, which will run through the 2027-28 season, with the first year as a two-way and the second year as a one-way $900,000 contract.
The contract begins in the 2026-27 season, providing Hyry with a stable deal.
Hyry, 25, registered five points in 20 regular-season games with the Stars, recording his first career NHL goal on March 29 against the Philadelphia Flyers.
He led all NHL rookies in short-handed time on ice per game, showcasing his defensive skills.
The Stars are currently 2nd in the Western Conference, with a 50-20 record, and on a W5 streak, after winning 3-4 at Buffalo Sabres on April 15, 2026.
Artem Shlaine, 24, signed a one-year, two-way contract, after registering 38 points in 67 regular-season games with the Texas Stars.
Shlaine finished the season leading the team in game-winning goals, demonstrating his ability to score crucial goals.
Brandon Halverson, 30, signed a one-year, two-way contract, after posting a 24-11-0 record with the Syracuse Crunch in the AHL.
Halverson's experience will provide the Stars with a reliable goaltender option.
The signings will impact the team's performance, with Hyry and Shlaine set to contribute to the Stars' offense, and Halverson providing support in goal.
The Stars' current standing and recent win streak indicate a strong team performance, with the new signings set to bolster their roster.