The Dallas Stars continued a busy opening to the NHL free agency period on Tuesday, signing forward Colin Blackwell to a one-year contract, the team announced.
The deal, which will run through the 2024-25 season, is a one-way contract worth $775,000.
Blackwell, 31, posted 12 points (8 goals, 4 assists) in 44 games with the Chicago Blackhawks last season. His eight goals were the second-most of his career.
“Colin is a skilled forward who adds depth and experience to our lineup,” said Stars GM Jim Nill in a statement. “We’re looking forward to him joining us for the upcoming season.”
On the same day the Stars sent forward Radek Faksa to St. Louis via trade, Dallas brings in the 5-9, 190-pound Blackwell to the NHL roster.
Blackwell has recorded 74 points in 235 career regular season games with Nashville, the New York Rangers, Seattle, Toronto and Chicago.
Blackwell was originally selected by San Jose in the seventh round (194th overall) of the 2011 NHL draft.
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